NEWSLETTER € SPRING - SUMMER EDITION € 2011

ESTABLISHED TO PRESERVE FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT•S GRAYCLIFF ESTATE

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This season will see two major advances in Graycliff’s restoration, just in time for the national conference of the National Trust for Historic Preservation in Buffalo this coming October.

The restoration of Graycliff’s historic landscape will be underway in mid-summer, with the behind-the-scenes surveying and the creation of detailed drawings having started in the spring. This major undertaking will restore Graycliff ’s landscape — as historically important as our buildings — thanks to funding from New York State, the East Hill Foundation, the Phyllis Wendt Pierce Charitable Fund, The Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo, Saperston Asset Management, M&T Bank, the WNY Foundation, Schichtel Nurseries, the Balbach Family Foundation, Simple Gifts Fund, Claire Schen and Gregory Cherr, and others. How do you restore an historic landscape? This process will be fascinating as it unfolds…and we hope to offer special members-only tours focusing on the landscape restoration process. Please check our web site at GraycliffEstate.org for updates.

Also launching this summer will be the fi rst interior room restoration. Thanks to the Hooper Family Foundation, the Family Sun Porch will be restored, including stucco ceiling and walls, rubber tile fl oor, and lighting fi xtures. The restoration includes the installation of the misting fi re prevention system in that room, and removal of non-historic elements such as forced hot-air vents. A library table original to the room was previously donated thanks to the generosity of the Hooper Family, and recently, Margaret Foster donated a watercolor painting that had hung on the wall opposite the lake.

Seeing historic preservation in progress is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Once the work is completed, the excitement of seeing the work as it is underway is no longer possible.

We hope you will join us this season to see it for yourself.

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In the winter months, Graycliff takes on a special quiet beauty, with the white of the frozen lake visible through the buildings and leaf-less trees, and the wildlife scarce to see.

Visitors for Yuletide and Winter Master Architectural Tours often feel they have Graycliff all to themselves, as they sip hot mulled cider after their tours.

Yet in fact, a great deal is happening behind the scenes, during the so called “quiet” months. The Annual Volunteer Appreciation Dinner, organized by Cheryl St. George, a former Board member and continuing friend to Graycliff, was enjoyed by many volunteers, with awards presented, dinner and libations.

With help from the Fund for the Arts, the Graycliff Board of Directors engaged in the creation of a new Strategic Plan, through two Board retreats led by facilitator Eve Berry. Graycliff welcomed a new Board Treasurer this winter, too: Chris Merry, who has already proven himself invaluable.

The Baird Foundation continued its generous and long-time support, this time providing funding which is allowing us to create new, exclusive products for the Pavilion Shop, in anticipation of the national conference of the National Trust for Historic Preservation

scheduled for Buffalo this coming October. Planning for the conference took place during the quiet months as well, with proposals submitted and accepted for conference sessions.

Restoration planning proceeded with great gusto, with the Graycliff Design Committee conducting interviews for the upcoming restoration of Graycliff’s historic landscape. Kudos to all for their hard work.

Simultaneously, The Graycliff Gala Committee was putting the fi nishing touches on the Second Annual Graycliff Gala, held March 25th. The Gala Committee, Chaired by Board memberJessica Hearst, assisted by Board members Barbara Harder, Patrick Mahoney, Diane Schrenk and our own Antoinette Forth, produced another wonderful–and benefi cial–evening.

We received good news that Erie County would continue to provide fi nancial support and were so pleased that Chris Collins, our County Executive, attended the Graycliff Gala with his lovely wife Mary Sue. We were equally delighted that The Honorable Brian Higgins, of the US Congress, Lynne Dixon, our Erie County Legislator, and representatives of NYS Senator Patrick Gallivan joined us for the festive gala evening.

From The Lake Side: A Message From The Executive DirectorPlanning for Graycliff’s 2011 Season during the “Quiet” Winter Months

—Reine Hauser

A Special Note of Thanks The Graycliff Conservancy appreciates the generous support of the

Department of the Interior, National Park Service-Save America’s Treasures Program, the New York State Environmental Protection Fund,

New York State Strategic Investment Program and the New York State Clean Water/Clean Air Bond Act, the County of Erie, and Town of Evans

as well as signifi cant funding from The Baird Foundation, East Hill Foundation, First Niagara Bank Foundation, Gannett Foundation, Hodgson Russ Attorneys LLP,

Seymour H. Knox Foundation, Samuel H. Kress Foundation, James H. Cummings Foundation,The Mary K. Mahley Family Foundation, M&T Bank, The John R. Oishei Foundation,

Phyllis W. Pierce Charitable Lead Annuity Trust, Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo,

The Margaret L. Wendt Foundation, Dorothy Payne Fund, United States Department of Transportation, The Paul J. Koessler Foundation,

the Hooper Family Foundation and the Saperston Family Foundation. Thank You

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As we forecast the coming season at Graycliff, It looks to be among the most rewarding in the Conservancy’s history. This year several long awaited projects will begin construction and one of the largest, most prestigious conferences will engulf the estate in early fall.

Like last season, every year has its highlights and regrets. In the continued progress on restoring the property, the long awaited landscape restoration is poised to begin in late summer. The project has been in the works for many years and after much fundraising, research and tender loving care, the work will begin before the leaves fall this year. Although the exteriors of the buildings are largely complete, the asphalt paved drives and storm ravaged trees are ready for major attention. The project seeks to protect threatened original features fi rst and then to restore major missing features. As we speak the fi nal scope of work is being resolved with a likely emphasis on the circle and drives within the ‘Home Grounds’. The transformation back to the materials of the early 1930’s will provide a matching landscape to the exteriors already completed with dramatic visual results.

As the landscape project progresses, I regret to inform you of the passing of one of the most dedicated volunteers and board members Graycliff has known. Last December, former Secretary of the Board of Directors, Lester Rickard succumbed to a long battle with cancer. Lester, a ceramics engineer by profession, was a highly organized and motivated asset to Graycliff. The success of the restoration is so because of Lester’s tremendous skill and resolve for perfection in everything he did. Largely working behind the scenes, Lester carefully documented the restoration process and exactingly monitored every detail. I feel a great sense of loss at Lester’s passing, but also that same resolve to achieve the same level of perfection in our future restoration projects that Lester sought and achieved. It was with this in mind that at our recent awards dinner and fundraiser we named the Graycliff Professional Service Award in honor of Lester. This year the award was given to Jack Quinan, PhD., whose long time efforts to publish,

lecture, and educate about the Architecture of Frank Lloyd Wright have directly benefi tted Graycliff in ways so signifi cant that it could only be acknowledged by an awarded attached to Lester’s name. Jack’s effort to educate the next generation of preservationists, scholars and benefactors is remarkable. In the context of the work he has completed regarding the relationship between Darwin D. Martin and Frank Lloyd Wright – in lectures, books, articles, and conferences – his achievements have paved the way for the restorations we now savor as well as

ensure their preservation through continued interest of future generations.

The second annual Graycliff Gala was held at the Larkin at Exchange Building in May. Like last year’s Gala signifi cant funds were raised to support the continued operation of the estate. Our thanks go to the sponsors, award recipients, attendees, donors, and volunteers that made the event a success in its second year. Perhaps not as glamorous as the throngs of hard working volunteers on the site, the Gala has been a key endeavor designed to ensure the fi nancial health of the organization. This year’s Gala raised less

money than last year’s, which will ensure that the planning for next year’s event will start soon to develop a strategy for increased revenue. Even with events like the Gala, Graycliff is continuing to explore ways of raising additional operating funds. Although the Conservancy has enough cash to ensure it remains open and accessible to the public – it does not put aside enough money for future maintenance. The Graycliff Finance committee is continually meeting to develop a plan to reach the funding levels required for perpetual maintenance of the property. Erie County has recognized the merits of the many cultural tourists who travel to Western New York to see Graycliff and has continued to provide a signifi cant portion of Graycliff’s operating budget.

The Hooper Family Foundation’s sponsorship of the Family Sun Porch has allowed the restoration of the fi rst fl oor space in the Main house to proceed. Work is expected to begin soon with major items completed by October of this year.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Patrick J. Mahoney, A.I.A.President

Russell MaxwellVice President

Stanton H. Hudson, Jr.Vice President

Diane Chrisman Recording Secretary

Chris MerryTreasurer

Gregory BernasJoseph A. BlatzSandra L. Brant

Charles A. LeFevre, ASAHarvey GarrettBarbara HarderJessica HearstSteve Musso

Sharon Osgood, Esq.Diane Schrenk

Catherine F. SchweitzerBarbara A. Seals Nevergold, Ph.D.

Clifford E. WhitmanWilliam A. Wisniewski

HONORARY BOARD MEMBERSThe Rev. Margaret R. Foster

Darwin Martin Foster ADVISORS

Jason AronoffCarol A. Bronnenkant

John H. ConlinJack Quinan

Douglas Swift EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

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Crucial Projects in need of Immediate Funding:

Misting Fire Protection

Restoring the Interior of theIsabelle R. Martin House

Strengthening On -Site Operations

Please contribute–all donations are tax-deductible

For information:716-947-9217

Archive Photo: The Family Sun Porch, 1928

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Darwin Martin’s balcony with a lakeside view

A Visit from Erie County Legislator Edward Rath IIIEdward Rath III, the Erie County Legislator, visited Graycliff in late autumn. Toured through the site by Graycliff Vice President Russell Maxwell, Rath was impressed by the progress we have made in restoration, and said that he was appreciative of the efforts the Conservancy has made in the area of cultural tourism.

Fund for the Arts Results in New Graycliff Strategic PlanThe Fund for the Arts, a consortium of foundations in Western New York, provided

assistance to the Graycliff Conservancy in capacity building for the organization over the course of several months in 2010. Involving peer training sessions for staff and Board members, the work culminated in two Board retreats, which in turn produced a new Graycliff Strategic Plan. The new plan, the third in the Conservancy’s history, will guide us over the next fi ve years as Graycliff continues to make strides in restoration while simultaneously working actively on tourism related initiatives important to Western New York. The Graycliff Conservancy is very grateful to the prescience of the Fund for the Arts in recognizing the Conservancy’s transition from a small to a mid-sized organization, and its importance in the economic development of the region through heritage and cultural tourism.

Graycliff Conservancy receives Special Recognition Award from Evans-Brant Chamber of Commerce

At the March 12th Evans-Brant Chamber of Commerce Annual President’s Dinner, the Graycliff Conservancy was honored with the Chamber’s Special Recognition Award in recognition of the fi rst annual Graycliff Gala held in June 2010 to benefi t The Graycliff Conservancy’s mission to preserve, restore and provide public access to the Graycliff Estate, designed by Frank Lloyd Wright in Derby, NY. Conservancy President, Patrick J. Mahoney was on hand to accept certifi cates of honor from the Evans-Brant Chamber of Commerce, New York State Senator Patrick Gallivan and Erie County Legislator Lynne Dixon. This recognition illustrates the importance of Graycliff to area businesses. The Conservancy is proud to be a member of this community.

– Antoinette ForthAwards presentation at Evans-Brant Chamber Dinner

Graycliff Board Vice President Russell Maxwell with Erie County Legislator Edward Rath III

Visit www.GraycliffEstate.orgThe Graycliff website is now the “go-to” place for information on all Graycliff activities.

It features up-to-date information on tours, special events, and much more, including a new on-line gift shop. You can even make reservations, donations and/or renew your Conservancy membership on-line.

The Graycliff website was developed with funds specifi cally for this purpose, thanks to the generosity of KeyBank, the Arts Council of Buffalo and New York State.

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National Trust for Historic Preservation Conference Buffalo will host “Alternating Currents,” the national conference of the National Trust for Historic Preservation this coming October—and Graycliff will play a major role. Charlotte Bonini, Ph. D., Program Manager for the National Trust for Historic Preservation, said “We are delighted to be able to feature Graycliff and a number of Frank Lloyd Wright’s other works during the 2011 National Preservation Conference in October.”

In addition to offering an increased number of regularly scheduled tours of Graycliff for the expected 2500 conference attendees, Graycliff will collaborate with other area preservation organizations on fi eld sessions offered during the conference.

The Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens and Graycliff will be the highlights of a fi eld session on “Architecture and Landscape Architecture,” in which attendees will explore the nexus of architecture and landscape with a visit to the Botanical Gardens (1898-99), which features a 32,000 sq ft tri-dome conservatory designed by Lord & Burnham (based on England’s Kew Gardens) which was incorporated by Frederick Law Olmsted in his design for South Park. Attendees will then continue to Graycliff, where the (newly restored) historic landscape was designed by two geniuses of 20th century design: Frank Lloyd Wright (the only landscape design in his own hand) and Ellen Biddle Shipman, “Dean of American Women Landscape Architects” and an originator of the Arts & Crafts-style garden.

The Darwin Martin House and Graycliff will collaborate on “The Architect and the Client: Frank Lloyd Wright and the Martin Family.” During Wright’s lengthy career, his most important client was Darwin D. Martin, for whom Wright designed two complete complexes, a city residence and a lake-side estate. Attendees will explore two very different approaches Wright took to residential design for the same family, at two crucial periods in his oeuvre: the Martin House Complex (1903-1905) with fi ve buildings and a later gardener’s cottage, a highly developed example of Wright’s Prairie house ideal, and the Graycliff Estate (1926-31) a signifi cant summer residence with three buildings and 8.4 acres of historic landscape in Wright’s mid-career Organic style.

In a third session, Graycliff will also collaborate with the Fontana Rowing Boat House, Forest Lawn Cemetery, and the Darwin Martin House on “All Wright-All Day” which explores a controversy that has developed over the merits of restoring existing buildings versus — or perhaps in addition to — those newly built from Wright’s plans. Buffalo affords the rare opportunity to see a variety of Frank Lloyd Wright’s residential, recreational, and monumental designs, both historic and newly-constructed, and to join the debate over this unique combination. The session will feature tours of the Martin House Complex (1903-1905), the Graycliff Estate (1926-1931), as well as two recent constructs: the Blue Sky Mausoleum (1928/2004) and the Fontana Rowing Boat House (1905/1930/2007), and views of the Walter V. Davidson House (1908), the William R. Heath House (1904-05).

Anticipation is high as we prepare for Alternating Currents, scheduled for October 19-22, 2011 in Buffalo; plan to attend this once-in-a lifetime preservation conference. For more information, please see www.preservationnation.org/resources/training/npc/ The Isabelle R. Martin House - Derby, NY

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Friends of the Graycliff Conservancy gathered for a festive evening at The Graycliff Gala on Friday, March 25th, 2011 at the Larkin at Exchange Building, near downtown Buffalo. Among those in attendance were Congressman Brian Higgins, Erie County Executive Chris Collins and his charming wife Mary Sue, Erie County Legislator Lynne Dixon, Greg Biryla and Eileen Hopkins representing NYS Senator Patrick Gallivan.

Ably Chaired by Graycliff Board member Jessica Hearst, Gala committee members Antoinette Forth, Barbara Harder, Reine Hauser, Patrick Mahoney and Diane Schrenk organized the evening’s activities. Volunteers June Crawford, Wendy Duignan, Yuliya Glazman, Phyllis Spears, and Marion Schmidt graciously assisted on the day and evening of the Gala. Guitarist Paul Schulte’s musical accompaniment was one of the highlights for the evening.

Following wine, beer, and hors d’oeuvres, and a Chinese basket raffl e, Graycliff Board President Patrick J. Mahoney, A.I.A. presented Graycliff Diamond Window Awards to:

■ Individual – Carol Bronnenkant

■ Corporate – BRD Construction, accepted by Christopher Brinnemore, Superintendent

■ Organization – Buffalo Niagara Convention & Visitors Bureau, accepted by Ed Healy, Vice President of Marketing

■ Benefactor: – The Margaret L. Wendt Foundation, accepted by Trustee Robert J. Kresse, Esq.

■ Lester Rickard Memorial - Professional: – Jack Quinan, Ph.D.

Following the awards, spirited bidding led by Todd Jantzi of Bontrager Auctioneers ensued for one-of-a-kind extraordinary auction items, including:

A Four-Night Stay at (the other) Graycliff, the luxury resort in Nassau, The BahamasWith 20 elegantly appointed rooms, a fi ve star-restaurant, a cigar factory and the third-largest wine cellar in the world, Graycliff Nassau is one of the premier accommodations in the Caribbean; and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

A Relaxing Weekend in EllicottvilleEnjoy the arts and/or golfi ng for the weekend of July 1-3, 2011, in a luxurious condo for six.

Be a VIP at the BPO!Four tickets to any of the four remaining concerts by the Buffalo Philharmonic this season. Bring your camera, because after the concert you will personally meet Maestra Jo Ann Falletta.

The Graycliff Magnifi cent ….Two?A splendid table lamp based on the designs of Frank Lloyd Wright, and the VERY LAST Bottle of Graycliff Dandelion Wine.

Diane Chrisman, with Erie County Executive Chris Collins and Mary Sue Collins

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Boardmember and Gala Chair, Jessica Hearst

Volunteers, Phyllis Spears, Antoinette Forth and Diane Schrenk set up for the Gala

Robert Kresse, Esq. of The Margaret L. Wendt Foundation, Carol Bronnenkant, Chris Brinnemore of BRD Construction, Dr. Jack Quinan, Edward Healy of the Buffalo Niagara Convention and Visitors Bureau and

Graycliff President Patrick J. Mahoney, A.I.A. at the 2011 Graycliff Gala

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Yachting in Style!A wonderful cruise on the scenic Niagara, with cocktails and a buffet dinner for six served aboard the Harriet, a 43 foot private yacht. Hosted by Captain Thomas Jambro, Ph.D.

Water-View GourmetA sumptuous gourmet dinner specially prepared by Chef Reinard for six at the Buffalo Yacht Club, also hosted by Captain Thomas Jambro, Ph.D.

Haviland China—For Twelve!A complete service for twelve of Johann Haviland china, made in Bavaria, Germany in the Blue Garland Pattern, as well as all the serving pieces you’ll need to grace your table.

Wright at Home for the NightA rare opportunity for an overnight stay in the privately owned Davidson House, designed by Frank Lloyd Wright.

Behind the Scenes at Forest Lawn CemeteryA private tour on the new Forest Lawn trolley. Guests will hear stories and may even encounter some of the famous people who make Forest Lawn their eternal resting place. Viewings of the Frank Lloyd Wright designed Blue Sky Mausoleum, the sites where the Darwin Martin and Larkin families are buried and the interior of two private mausoleums. The evening—for 24 people-- concludes with a wine and cheese reception in the historic Forest Lawn Chapel.

Insiders Tour of Frank Lloyd Wright’s Martin House and Lunch on the VerandahGreat conversation over a glass of wine and lunch for six, served on the verandah of the Barton House, followed by an expert “insiders” tour of the complex.

Behind the Scenes at the Roycroft CampusA private tour for up to fi fteen guests presented by the Roycroft Campus Corporation’s inimitable President, Doug Swift, followed by a wine and cheese reception at the renownedRoycroft Inn.

Summer Twilight at GraycliffAn opportunity to enjoy Graycliff as the Martin family itself did, an oasis of tranquility on a summer evening. Sixteen guests will enjoy a very private evening at Graycliff, with wine, cheeses and summer fruits.

The 2nd Annual Graycliff Gala was a major success through generous sponsorships in aptly named categories:

Porte Cochere Level: Baird Foundation; WBEN Radio 930Isabelle’s Balcony Level: First Niagara Bank; Lauer-Manguso & Associates ArchitectsDarwin’s Balcony Level: EBS Engineering; Freed Maxick; Kromac Design; National Fuel

And thank you to all those, without whom the Gala would not have been such a success:

Anthony and Giovanna Salon • Bontrager Auctioneers • Body Care • Janice Bough

Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra • Chateau Buffalo Wines • Diane Chrisman • Cott

Rosie and Lily, the Darling Sisters • Dundee Ales • The Erie County Agricultural Society

Elmwood Framing • EZ Graphics • The Fatta Family • Forest Lawn Cemetery

Antoinette Forth • Flowers by Darlene • Global Wine & Spirits • Paul Schulte

Graycliff Hotel, Restaurant & Cigar Company • Barbara & Paul Harder • Poika Hauser

Hull House • Dr. Thomas Jambro • Lake Shore Liquors • Larkin Development Group

Martin House Restoration Corporation • Russell Maxwell • Rich Products

Roycroft Campus • Roycroft Inn • Diane Schrenk • Shea’s Performing Arts Center

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All proceeds from the Graycliff Gala are used to support the efforts of the Graycliff Conservancy, Inc., to preserve, restore and make accessible to the public the Graycliff Estate.

US Congressman Brian Higgins with Diane Chrisman at the Graycliff Gala

Erie County Legislator Lynne Dixon enjoying the 2011 Gala

Stephanie Simeon, Sandra Friman and Cynnie Gaasch joined in the Gala party

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October is key month in this year’s schedule with expected visit by thousands of attendees to the National Trust for Historic Preservation’s fall conference. This year marks the fi rst time the Trust has held the national conference in Western New York and Southern Ontario and will have a major impact on cultural tourism in the area this season. The conference will be held from October 19th through October 22nd. The increased level of visitorship this year will test the resolve of our docents and give Graycliff a great opportunity to show itself as the world visits.

Edgar Tafel, the last surviving person who travelled to Graycliff with Frank Lloyd Wright and a practicing architect in New York City, passed away at age of 98 this past January. Tafel was one of the fi rst apprentices as part of Wright’s Taliesin Fellowship begun in 1932. His 1936 visit to Graycliff with Wright was a focus of the lectures and slide presentations he gave in Buffalo in recent years. Edgar was a key person within the fellowship providing on site supervision to the Johnson Wax Building, Fallingwater, and the Graycliff derived Bernard Schwartz Residence. Tafel also served as a consulting architect on the Graycliff restoration team headed by Chaintreuil, Jensen and Stark Architects. Edgar’s job within the team was to ensure that the preservation solutions proposed for the structures were compatible with Wright’s philosophy and methods of detailing.

Joseph Michael Delaney, an architect who volunteered at Graycliff in the early years of the Conservancy, passed away early in April. At the time Joe was volunteering at Graycliff, it was realized that the Chauffeur’s House (now known as the Foster House) was in great structural peril. The walls supporting the house had rotted from excess moisture over the years. Joe, using his skills as an architect, took it upon himself to design, fabricate, and install shoring that prevented the structure from failing and allowed for its full restoration. Although Joe’s busy schedule prevented him from volunteering at Graycliff as much as he might have liked, he never failed to inquire about the state of the Estate and needed work. His commitment, like many early volunteers, has created a legacy we can all be proud of.

This year will again be faced with challenges and great opportunity, bringing the Estate closer to the vision of a fully restored microcosm of Frank Lloyd Wright in the early 1930’s.

Hope to see you on an Architectural Master tour this season.

Pat Mahoney, A.I.A.President, Graycliff Conservancy, Inc.

Stanley Hooper and The Hooper Family Foundation are providing sponsorship funding for the

Family Sun Porch restoration project.

Edgar Tafel (r) on his 2004 visit to Buffalo and Graycliff, joined by Dirk Schneider of

Chaintreuil, Jensen and Stark Architects.

Frank Lloyd Wright Quarterly features GraycliffThe 2009 autumn issue of the Frank Lloyd Wright Quarterly, a full color magazine published by the

Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation, is devoted to Graycliff. Architectural historian and author Kathryn Smith’s essay, “The Earth, Air, Light, Water: Graycliff” and “Graycliff Emerging” by Patrick Mahoney, AIA are graced by numerous historic and contemporary color photographs.

This issue of the Quarterly, ably edited by Suzette Lucas, is 39 pages long, and features approximately fi fty entrancing photographs, plans, sketches and other visual representations. Copies are available at the Graycliff Pavilion Gift Shop for $6.

The full color Frank Lloyd Wright Quarterly dedicated to Graycliff is available in the gift shop.

“Sundays in the Country” Trolley PackagesBook your Brunch-Tour Early…last year was completely sold out!

Autum provides a great opportunity to maybe take life a little easier. The Roycroft Inn and the Graycliff Estate have teamed up to help you celebrate the fall season with good food, the great outdoors and a leisurely drive in the country.

Whether you are marking a special occasion, looking for a unique afternoon’s entertainment for out-of-town guests, or giving yourself a well-deserved break from the weekday grind, this “Sunday in the Country” package has all the elements for a perfectautumn outing.

Special value package with deluxe brunch at the renowned Roycroft Inn in East Aurora, trolley ride to Graycliff and guided tour of the Estate. Total trip: 4 hours.

Sunday Dates for the 2011 Season: October 2, 9, 16, 23 • 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.This special package is $62 per person; prepaid advance reservations are mandatory. Last year’s trolley packages sold out quickly. Don’t be disappointed. Contact Graycliff today at 716-947-9217 to book your reservation early.

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NEW - Graycliff China Serving DishOval serving piece featuring the Graycliff pattern.

Made by Buffalo China.

The Pavilion Shop at Graycliff: Always Great Gift IdeasNew this Season!Thanks to a grant from the Baird Foundation, we will introduce a new serving dish in the Graycliff pattern, from Buffalo China. Perfect for serving vegetables and other side dishes, the oval serving piece is the perfect addition to your Graycliff China—or mix and match with Martin House or Roycroft china—or just to grace your table at any time.

Also new—and exclusive to Graycliff—will be a business card case with an image of Graycliff and Graycliff playing cards, for that rainy day this summer, or any quiet evening.

A few other special highlights:

■ New selection of bowls in stunning colors created with re-cycled glass, that are reminiscent of beach glass ■ Jewelry by local designer Charlotte Kohler, created from local beach glass ■ More terrifi c jewelry items than ever—earrings, necklaces and pins ■ A new Graycliff magnet and new postcards too!

Look for more new items that are in the planning stages as we go to press—please take a look for them as the season unfolds, either at the Pavilion itself, or at our on-line shop, www.GraycliffEstate.org/shop_GrayCliff.cfm

New this year: Coasters for your car! No more drips from your cup holder ■ A variety of wall and engagement calendars ■ Coloring books, note cards and even sticky notes ■ Placemats and tablerunners in a variety of styles ■ Tumblers, highball glasses — and coasters to put them on! ■ Colorful umbrellas ■ Scarves, Graycliff hats, and of course, Graycliff T- and sweatshirts

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Graycliff ChinaRemember your visit to Graycliff every time you sit down to a meal with exclusive Graycliff China. Made exclusively for

Graycliff by Buffalo China, the pattern is adapted from Wright’s stunning design for Graycliff’s signature Diamond Window.

Pretty Useful Tools!In a pattern by Arts & Crafts style originator

William Morris, these lovely tools are perfect for your favorite gardener. In pale green with red and

yellow fl owers, wonderfully packaged for gift giving.

Silk Scarves These lovely silk scarves are adapted from some

of Frank Lloyd Wright’s most beautiful artistic designs. Available in an array of colors, from neutral brown hues,

rich blues and maroons to colorful rainbow hues.

Exclusively Graycliff ApparelSweatshirts and Tees in rich hues,

Baseball Caps & Boating Caps too.

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“Just Wright for Kids” Scheduled for AugustJust Wright for Kids with activities for children age 11 to 14 is slated for Graycliff for a Saturday morning this August. Focusing on the architecture of Frank Lloyd Wright,Just Wright for Kids will be hands-on activities related to Graycliff, Wright architecture in Buffalo and beyond.

A follow-up of the program inaugurated in 2010, the session will once again be led by Douglas Kohler, Chair, History Department of Clarence Middle School, and a seventh grade history teacher.

The program begins at 9:30 am, to conclude at 11 am, and is limited to fi fteen participants. Reservations and pre-payment are required. Admission is $8, which includes a copy of the children’s novel The Wright 3 written by Blue Balliett and illustrated by Brett Helquist, published in 2006, as well as a Graycliff smock. Wright 3 is the sequel to the children’s novel Chasing Vermeer. The underlying plot elements include 3-D pentominoes, Frank Lloyd Wright, Fibonacci numbers, The Invisible Man and mysterious occurrences.

The workshop will include working with Pentomino puzzles, Art Glass, and Pop Up architecture. It will be held outside under shade trees if weather permits, with views of Graycliff and its cantilevered balconies and of Lake Erie. In case of poor weather, the session will be held in the family sun porch of the Isabelle R. Martin House.

A tour of Graycliff for adults (parent/guardians) will be available during the program, with an admission of $15. Reservations are required. NOTE: Graycliff tours are not appropriate for children under age ten.

In addition to his distinguished career as an educator (and kids just love him!), Doug Kohler is also a long-time trustee of the Clarence Historical Society, the author of four books on the history of Clarence, NY, and a forthcoming book on Hull House, the historic site in Lancaster, NY. He has been the Erie County Historian since March, 2009, and was educated at Canisuis College, where he received his BA in History and MS in Education.

Please check our web site for the specifi c date at www.graycliffestate.org or e-mail Graycliff@verizon.net

Douglas Kohler leads Just Wright for Kids

In Memoriam: Lester Rickard Sadly, long-time Board member Lester Rickard passed away suddenly recently. The former Secretary of the Board of Directors, Les was an especially dedicated Graycliffi an. He served actively (at various times) on several Graycliff committees, including Finance, Design, Gift Shop, Buildings and Grounds and Executive. His steady presence at Graycliff – often several times a week – involved such important activities as construction supervision, photography, and buildings and grounds maintenance. As Board Secretary, Les’s meticulous record keeping was greatly admired. Some of the many, many projects Les was responsible for included; supervising the design and production of Graycliff’s signature china for the gift shop; ensuring the restoration was carefully undertaken; and actively coordinating work on maintenance of buildings and grounds. Just days before his death, Les completed supervision of the installation of a security system in the Foster House, producing a highly detailed manual that will prove helpful to Graycliff for years to come. Nearly every day, we miss Les Rickard’s wise counsel and helpful presence. He was a man you could count on, for all matters large and small. Our deepest sympathies to his wife Barbara, a devoted member of Graycliff’s Green Team.

Twilight at Graycliff – The Foster House

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Major Donations

Martin Family

Heirlooms

Received From

Margaret Foster

It was with great excitement that we opened several boxes of items received this winter,

donated to Graycliff by Margaret Foster, granddaughter of Isabelle and Darwin Martin,

and her daughter, Betsy Mudra.

Among the recent items was a watercolor original to the Family Sun Porch of the Isabelle R.

Martin House at Graycliff and a new donation of linens original to the Graycliff Estate.

The watercolor, a lake scene, came very fortuitously just as the Graycliff Conservancy began the

restoration of the room in which it hung: the Family Sun Porch of the Isabelle R. Martin

House, the largest building at Graycliff. According to Margaret Foster, the watercolor

originally hung on the east wall, directly opposite the lake. And that’s just where we

plan to hang it once again, when restoration is completed.

Arriving in four large boxes, the textiles include towels, an assortment of linen napkins

(and charmingly, damask rounds which Margaret Foster believes were used under fi nger

bowls at dinner) several bedspreads and numerous blankets from both the Foster House

and the Isabelle R. Martin House.

The family also donated an antique child’s sewing box that had once been in the

Foster House, as well as additional family photographs that will be of enormous help

in the Conservancy’s research. Previous donations of photographs, as well as oral

histories by Margaret Foster have been invaluable resources in the restoration of

Graycliff. Also promised is a bureau original to the Foster House, and once used by

James Foster, Margaret’s father and the husband of Dorothy Martin Foster, daughter of

Isabelle and Darwin Martin.

Margaret Foster spent childhood summers at Graycliff, with her brother and parents in

the Foster House, and with her grandparents in the Isabelle R. Martin House. Both Margaret,

her brother Darwin Martin Foster, and their families have been highly supportive of the

work of the Conservancy to restore and preserve the Graycliff Estate. Through frequent

personal visits (in which they are cherished as our very own “celebrities” by visitors and

Graycliff volunteers alike) extremely generous donations of “returning” furnishings and

objects to Graycliff, oral histories, photographs and records, as well as fi nancial support…

they have done everything in their power to help ensure the continued fl ourishing of

Graycliff… for the delight and education of us all. We are forever grateful!

“Among the recent items was a watercolor original to theFamily Sun Porch of the Isabelle R. Martin House at Graycliff

and a new donation of linens original to the Graycliff Estate.”A tranquil November day at Graycliff

Our gifts can last beyond our lifetimes, and one way to do so is through Graycliff’s Isabelle R. Martin Society. As a member of the Society, your gift made through estate planning will allow you to join a select group of individuals who are committed to helping the Graycliff Conservancy to preserve and restore the Graycliff Estate through the years to come. Your contribution will provide an enduring legacy and will ensure Graycliff’s continued success. Please help assure our future by making your estate plans today.

Anyone can leave a legacy as a member of the Isabelle R. Martin Society. Meaningful donations can come from anyone, not just the very wealthy, and in any size. Members of the Society, regardless of means, include charitable requests when they draw up a will.

Some Society members specify a certain dollar amount to leave to Graycliff, and others leave a percentage of their estate or a specifi c asset. In addition to leaving money, you can leave such things as personal property, real estate, life insurance, retirement funds, stocks, bonds or part or all of your IRA.

The decision to tell us that you have included the Graycliff Conservancy, Inc. in your will, and membership in the Isabelle R. Martin Society is up to you. But we’d like to know, so that we can express our appreciation to you during your lifetime through Society events and offerings. We invite you to consider joining the Isabelle R. Martin Society, and join other likeminded individuals in this important mission. Please call (716) 947- 9217 for further details.

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Docents and Volunteers Needed at GraycliffWhether you have a day each month or multiple days each week, you could be part of the important work of restoring and sharing Graycliff, the estate designed by Frank Lloyd Wright on the lake shore. Volunteers must have transportation to the Derby site, but ample free parking awaits you when you arrive.

As a volunteer, Graycliff is seen from a perspective which is closer and more personal than that enjoyed by its many visitors. Graycliff offers something for every volunteer who wants to help.

The face of Graycliff is its docents. Docent training classes are held annually, and a self-study course is now available. New docent trainees are always needed since the tour schedule is constantly increasing. For information about the next docent training opportunity, please let us know. Potential docents awaiting training are encouraged to chaperone some of the larger tours we frequently have. Please contact Graycliff at Graycliff@verizon.net or 716 - 947- 9217 to express an interest.

If you have less time, but still want to be of help, we’d like to have you on one of Graycliff’s housekeeping teams. These dedicated volunteers come once a month to lovingly dust, vacuum and polish Graycliff’s surfaces to ready them for visitors. Contact us to fi nd out more or just show up on the fi rst or second Friday morning of each month from May – December at 9:30 to help out. No equipment is needed.

Graycliff gardens will be a major focus this year, as the 4th phase of restoration concentrates on the return to the historic landscape. All the window-boxes, planters, and gardens are maintained by the Graycliff Green Team. Their work is generally done on Saturdays from 10-1. Contact graycliff@verizon.net for information.

Do you have retail experience or the ability to arrange things artistically? Your help would be welcome in the Pavilion Gift Shop. We also need your help with mailings and other offi ce tasks. Are you available to be called in for these kinds of jobs? Contact graycliff@verizon.net to make yourself available.

Is your closet bursting with valuables you no longer care to own? Donate them to the Graycliff Garage Sale, held at the home of Graycliff volunteer in Boston, NY on July 16th Please call us at 716-947-9217 or email Graycliff@verizon.net for drop-off information or to volunteer to work at the sale.

Do you have a volunteer idea we haven’t thought of yet? You might be just the kind of creative person we need!

– Carol Wahlenmayer, Volunteer Co-chair & Phyllis Spears, Volunteer Co-chair

Graycliff Volunteer Appreciation PartyIn mid-November, the annual Volunteer Appreciation Party and buffett dinner was held at Graycliff. Awards for “Most Tours Given By A Docent” were given to Docents Phyllis Weyer and Marcy Workman, with special recognition awards to Tom Alcamo, Sheila Flint, Beverly Nenno, Jane Larcom, Wendy Duignan, June Crawford, and Jim Beardsley for “Most Consistent Tour Giving.”

“A Certifi cate of Excellence Membership” was awarded to Marcy Workman and Scott Schultz, with Honorable Mention to Marion Schmidt. Angela Hintz, Eileen Blackman and Irene Cuddihy were also recognized for their efforts in this area.

“The Green Thumb Award” for work in maintaining Graycliff’s landscape was awarded to Barbara Rickard and Mark Kneis for their many hours weeding, trimming and the like – kudos!

Our Housekeeping Crew does a wonderful job of keeping the Isabelle R. Martin House clean and tidy for tours, all year round, and two members were recognized for particular dedication with a “Certifi cate of Excellence in Housekeeping:” Jeanne Barrett and Lorraine Sandow

Four excellent volunteers proved themselves invaluable this year in Administration, assisting with all kinds of projects: Nancy McNaughton, Mary Kay DiPaulo, Tammy Yekichand Carol Fuchs.

Culminating the ceremony, four individuals were recognized for “Ten Years of Service:” Eileen Blackman, Diane Donnelly, Joseph Nardiello and Edwin O’Reilly, joining the ranks of other volunteers who previously received the special lapel pin indicating extraordinary service.

Diane Schrenk and Barbara Rickard at the Volunteeer Awards Party 2010

Cheryl St. George organizes the Volunteer Party

Jeanne Barrett, Margaret Santi, Lorraine Sandow enjoying the Volunteer Appreciation Party

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2010 Annual Meeting of MembersOn September 29th, which was arguably the most beautiful autumn evening of 2010, forty Conservancy members gathered at Graycliff to hear a “State of the Site” program, featuring Graycliff Committee Chairs reporting on an exceptionally successful year.

Following a positive report from the Treasurer, Board member Cliff Whitman took the fl oor and thanked the “Green Team” especially Dale and Kathy Marriott and Barbara and Lester Rickard for outstanding work throughout the season. He also noted the excellent job done by groundskeeper Dennis Wojcuchowski and the assistance of Dick Minekime.

Diane Schrenk, Education Chair, described several new, popular programs including author Suzanne Martinson’s delightful and well-attended presentation featuring The Fallingwater Cookbook. Just Wright for Kids, a program developed by Doug Kohler, was a hit with young people. A new Graycliff offering, Wright on the Road, an illustrated talk about Graycliff, was presented to various clubs, churches, and social groups throughout the region to inform them about Graycliff and encourage a visit.

Design Committee: President Patrick J. Mahoney, A.I.A., announced that the new fi re protection misting system would go on-line soon in the Foster House. In discussing the upcoming landscape restoration, he noted that it would be restored to the 1931 period, a decision based on solid documentation. Mahoney stated that restoration of the Family Sun Porch of the Isabelle R. Martin House is being funded by a grant from the Hooper Family Foundation. The original Frank Lloyd Wright table designed for the room was secured and is now on display. He then introduced and thanked Stanley Hooper, his daughter Linda and her husband Doug Ward. Anita Mitchell inquired about the Sun Porch fl oor. A photograph of the Sun Porch dating from the period allows us to restore it accurately, with rubber tile.

Current Directors Sandy Brant, Diane Schrenk and Cliff Whitman agreed to serve another three-year term. A motion to elect them was approved.

In her absence, Volunteer Chair Carol Wahlenmayer’s report was read. It noted the excellent work of the housekeeping teams, which include Jeanne Barrett, Lorraine Sandow, Debbie Gorski, Matt Guerin, Judy Jones, Beverly Nenno, Sheila Flint, Linda Weyward and Melissa Peters.

On July 10th, volunteers held a garage sale to benefi t Graycliff at the home of Carol Wahlenmayer. Volunteers Judy Jones, Mary Ellen Miller, Carol Kiener, Sally Dondero, Corrine Archangel, Marion Schmidt, Joan Osborne, Loretta Wirth, Linda Weyand, and Mary Bielak assisted Carol in setting up, selling, and packing up the sale. $395 was netted by this volunteer effort.

Graycliff participated in the Lewiston Art Festival in August with the help of Margaret Santi, Lorraine Sandow, Alicia Meyers, Steve Gaca, Dick and Priscilla O’Brien, Scott Schultz, Mary Ellen Miller, Carol Wahlenmayer, Matt Guerin, Janet Traise, June Crawford and Wendy Duignan. 574 pieces of literature were distributed, two new volunteers were recruited, and through a membership raffl e, 163 names were obtained for the database.

Word from Docent Co-Chair Scott Schultz indicated that at the beginning of the 2010 season, we had fi fty-six active docents. Six more were certifi ed during the season with an additional three awaiting certifi cation, one of which is our second self-study program candidate. By the end of the season, we should have an active docent pool of sixty-three docents. The master docent pool has increased to a total of twenty-one.

Executive Director Reine Hauser reported that radio personalities Shredd and Ragan broadcast one of their programs at Graycliff, bringing a new audience to the site. A new web site was inaugurated this year, with a new on-line gift shop and the opportunity to buy memberships and make donations on-line.

At the conclusion of the meeting, members were treated to light refreshments and a sunset over Lake Erie that was truly exceptional in its beauty, reminding us all of the many lovely evenings the Martin family must have enjoyed in this extraordinary setting.

– Diane Chrisman, Board Secretary

Scott Schultz and Lester Rickard at the Volunteer Appreciation Party

Marcy Workman, Judy Jones and Sheila Flint having fun at the party

Volunteers Doug Smith and Tom Browne enjoying the festivities

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Lectures on the Masters of American ArchitectureThe Graycliff Conservancy will present a series of two lectures on the masters of American architecture during 2011, by two of the foremost scholars on the subjects, Henry Hobson Richardson and Louis Sullivan. Richardson and Sullivan were both infl uential in the origin and development of the architecture of Frank Lloyd Wright. Both lectures will take place at the Burchfi eld-Penney Art Center at 1300 Elmwood Avenue in Buffalo, New York.

The fi rst, an illustrated lecture focusing on Louis Sullivan, and his relationship to Frank Lloyd Wright, will be given by Dr. Robert Twombly, the noted scholar and author of numerous books on Sullivan and Wright, as well as books on related topics such as H.H. Richardson and Frederick Law Olmsted, on April 21 at 7 pm

The second illustrated lecture in the series on the subject of H.H. Richardson will be presented by Dr. Jeffrey Ochsner, author of the seminal H. H. Richardson: Complete Architectural Works, on September 15, 2011.

The Graycliff Conservancy is grateful for the support of Hodgson Russ LLP and the New York State Council on the Arts as well as the assistance of the Burchfi eld-Penney Art Center and the H.H. Richardson Restoration Corporation for their assistance in presenting this lecture series.

Renowned for his charm, as well as depth of knowledge of this subject matter, Dr. Twombly will discuss both the personal relationship between Sullivan and Wright, as well as the impact this relationship had on their architectural styles. Twombly is the author of such books as Frank Lloyd Wright: His Life and His Architecture; Louis Sullivan: The Poetry of Architecture; Frank Lloyd Wright: Essential Texts; Frank Lloyd Wright: An interpretive biography; Louis Sullivan: The Public Papers; Frederick Law Olmsted: Essential Texts and the forthcoming Henry Hobson Richardson: His Life and Work from W.H. Norton, among others. Dr. Twombly teaches architectural history at the City University of New York.

Equally erudite, Jeffrey Ochsner, Ph.D., is an architect, architectural historian, and professor at the University of Washington in Seattle. He is known for his research and writing on Henry Hobson Richardson. Ochsner has taught at the University of Washington since 1988, served as Chair of the Department of Architecture from 1996 to 2002, and became an Associate Dean in 2007. Ochsner is a Fellow in the American Institute of Architects. In addition to H. H. Richardson: Complete Architectural Works, he is the co-author of Distant Corner: Seattle Architects and the Legacy of H. H. Richardson, among other books.

Admission for each talk will be $10; or $5 for Graycliff and/or Burchfi eld Penney Art Center members and volunteers. No reservations are necessary; this is a series you will not want to miss!

Wright-on-the-Road: Graycliff Lecture Program AvailableWould your organization, church or social group like a free illustrated talk about Graycliff? Wright-on-the-Road provides a one-hour program of beautiful slides and commentary that explains the history of Graycliff and the restoration process. Designed to encourage organizations in Western New York to plan group tours during the Graycliff season, Wright-on-the-Road talks are provided by experienced docents who are entertaining and knowledgeable about the history of Graycliff. The programs can be modifi ed to meet the needs of groups with specifi c interests and are easy to arrange. To schedule an interesting talk for your group, simply call Graycliff at 927-9417 or email Graycliff@verizon.net and ask about arrangements. Special thanks to June Justice Crawford, Wendy Duignan, Richard & Priscilla O’Brien and the rest of the Wright-on-the-Road team for their willingness to go “On the Road” for Graycliff. Join the Western New York cognoscenti: contact Graycliff now!

Archive of Graycliff / Martin Collection Photographs Now Online at ubdigit.buffalo.edu

One of the most substantial archives of letters; plans and photographs related to the work of Frank Lloyd Wright are housed on the State University of New York at Buffalo’s Amherst Campus. The Archives, located on the fourth fl oor of Capen Hall, have digitized large portions of their collections. The same photographs used to determine restoration conditions by scholars, and shown in this newsletter are now accessible to you online at ubdigit.buffalo.edu. Photographs are organized under the Darwin D. Martin Collection and subdivided by series as relating to Graycliff, the Darwin D. Martin House, and the Martin Family.

Louis Sullivan’s Guaranty Building - Buffalo, NY

The Richardson Towers - Buffalo, NY

A peaceful afternoon at Graycliff

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INDIVIDUAL — $35Free admission (all year) for1 adult for Standard Tours.

FAMILY — $60Free admission (all year)for 2 adults and 2 studentsfor Standard Tours.

FRIEND — $75Your choice of free admission(all year) for 4 adults forStandard Tours or In-depthTours for 2 adults.

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GRAYCLIFF’S “WRIGHT CIRCLE” OF LEADERSHIP

The Wright Circle is a dedicated group of individuals whose generous contributions are essential to restoring and sustaining this historic landmark.

Wright Circle benefits include All Basic Membership Benefits, plus…• An invitation to the Summer Solstice Celebration, when the sun aligns directly with Graycliff on this magical once - a - year evening (an informal gathering just for Wright Circle Members)• Complimentary gift membership (individual or family)

SUSTAINING — $250• Free admission to a Master Architectural Tour for two

CONTRIBUTOR — $500• Free admission to a Master Architectural Tour for fourBENEFACTOR — $1,000 • Private architectural tour for six (by reservation) with the Executive Director and/or Board President

The Graycliff Cake Project = Job well done!In November, three students: Sullivan Walsh, Jack Wojtaszek and Carter Potkalitsky

from St. Christopher School in Tonawanda accompanied by Sullivan’s mother, Jennifer George Walsh, visited Graycliff as part of a class project on history and architecture. After carefully examining each of the three Graycliff buildings designed by Frank Lloyd Wright, the students really went to work: they created a cake – in three parts – representing the Isabelle R. Martin House, the Foster House and the Heat Hut at Graycliff, carefully aligning them just as Frank Lloyd Wright himself designed. We know ourselves from restoration the challenges of adhering strictly to Wright’s designs, so we were very impressed when three middle-schoolers were able to do so out to of mere cake and frosting. Following the presentation to their class, Sullivan, Jack and Carter and their fellow students learned that neither education nor architecture is just “frosting on the cake” by having a slice of this wonderful project.

Sullivan Walsh, Jack Wojtaszek and Carter Potkalitsky with their class project

The Graycliff cake – educational and delicious!

Tours Available Year Round by Reservation 716-947-9217• e-mail: graycliff@verizon.net • Web: www.GraycliffEstate.org • Martin House - Graycliff Estate Joint Tour Packages also available…call for details

Call For Volunteers • Join us… and discover Graycliff! • Tour Guides and Chaperones - The Docent Committee provides training for interested volunteers.• Gift Shop - Discover the fun of working with people and the many items in our specialty shop• Green Teams - Maintaining the house, gardens and grounds• Special Events - Both on site and off.Interested in helping? Please call us at 947-9217 or by e-mail at graycliff@verizon.net

Funding support provided by M&T Bank and the County of Erie

DISCOVER GRAYCLIFF • “Located along the Seaway Trail, New York State’s only National Scenic Byway”National Register of Historical Places • New York State Landmark • Save America’s Treasures - Offi cial Project

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6472 OLD LAKE SHORE RD., DERBY, NY20 mins. south of Buffalo on the cliffs of Lake Erie

“Surprisingly Beautiful…I was very impressed”

Dr. Neil Levine – Wright Scholar

“Wright was inspired…Spectacular lakefront site…

clearly warming upfor Fallingwater”

Town & Country magazine

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