Reviews of Alden B. Dow Home & Studio (Architect)

Denise Seeley-Navarre

A design genius.

Nathaniel Wurster

Awesome historical home, definitely worth a visit if nearby.

Lord_Memeus

Its da BEST HOUSE/STUDIO I HAVE EVER SEEM. its really really...(infinity reallys) NICE and very very... BEUTIFUL AND ITS REALLY NEAT AND BIG AND A GREAT PLACE TO VISIT. ITS INDESCRIBABLE U HAVE TO SEE FOR YOUR SELF. YOU SHOULD DEFINITELY CHECK IT OUT

Julie

Nancy was our docent. She was well prepared, encouraged questions and paced the tour perfectly. Well done, Nancy! The home is a beautiful colorful happy home. I have so many favorites about the house. One is the dining room with a huge world map on the wall. It's not a formal/separate room as it's incorporated into the formal living room. The table extends to seat 12 (I think?). Family dinners and conversation were important to the Dows. Very cool tour, highly recommend it!

Robert

Went to see the home movies. This was an good experience. Was definitely something I would do again. I would recommend this adventure to anybody look for something like this.

Sue Bruno

We thoroughly enjoyed our tour. Our tour guide was exceptional and the house and studio were very interesting! An entertaining and educational way to spend a snowy Michigan afternoon. Highly recommend

Breanna Guoan

That place was amazing we learned a lot. I went for a fourth grade field trip I really want to go again. P.s if you have not gone yet you should go.

Jane Schuyler

Learned so much about the architecture of Dow! Our docent was an expert! Loved our tour!

Caitlin Hamstra

Beautiful home and studio. I highly recommend this tour if you're interested in art, architecture, furniture, and design. There's a lot of information about how the home was built, including years and information about the unique blocks used to build the whole complex. The house and studio have all original furniture and design. There's a lot of color everywhere and unique features. Details from the carpet to the trains running throughout the house are exciting and surprising. Everything exemplifies Alden B. Dow's and Mid century Midwestern style. Much of the furniture was designed by Dow and manufactures by Herman Miller. This is a real sneak peak into his life and talent. You can even sit on the furniture. The tour guide was knowledgeable of Dow, his family, Frank Lloyd Weight, Dow's connection to Wright, his influence on style and architecture, and Dow's connection to the city of Midland. In December, there's a Christmas tour and the house is decorated for Christmas. We even got Christmas cookies and cider during a break. However, during the winter months you can't see the pond! If you go dieing spring/summer, you'll get a great view of the pond and Dow Gardens. This is worth the trip and great for locals! A must for Mid-Michigan.

Jalee Martin

Amazing place to visit. The colors used throughout the home are brilliant and the tours are very interesting and informative.

Julia Koprowski

Very cool place to get the sciences and the humanities!!

Dan Sherman

The house was amazing. I never realized how what an integral history the Dow family plays in Midland history. He was an amazing act architect and really an amazing person. I thoroughly enjoyed the tour. I would recommend it definitely

Kyle Leemon

Very cool place! Very informative and well worth the visit!

Madge A.

Such a neat part of midland history. This house makes you appreciate the thought that goes into design.

Denise Seeley-Navarre

A design genius.

Nathaniel Wurster

Awesome historical home, definitely worth a visit if nearby.

Lord_Memeus

Its da BEST HOUSE/STUDIO I HAVE EVER SEEM. its really really...(infinity reallys) NICE and very very... BEUTIFUL AND ITS REALLY NEAT AND BIG AND A GREAT PLACE TO VISIT. ITS INDESCRIBABLE U HAVE TO SEE FOR YOUR SELF. YOU SHOULD DEFINITELY CHECK IT OUT

Julie

Nancy was our docent. She was well prepared, encouraged questions and paced the tour perfectly. Well done, Nancy! The home is a beautiful colorful happy home. I have so many favorites about the house. One is the dining room with a huge world map on the wall. It's not a formal/separate room as it's incorporated into the formal living room. The table extends to seat 12 (I think?). Family dinners and conversation were important to the Dows. Very cool tour, highly recommend it!

Robert

Went to see the home movies. This was an good experience. Was definitely something I would do again. I would recommend this adventure to anybody look for something like this.

Sue Bruno

We thoroughly enjoyed our tour. Our tour guide was exceptional and the house and studio were very interesting! An entertaining and educational way to spend a snowy Michigan afternoon. Highly recommend

Breanna Guoan

That place was amazing we learned a lot. I went for a fourth grade field trip I really want to go again. P.s if you have not gone yet you should go.

Jane Schuyler

Learned so much about the architecture of Dow! Our docent was an expert! Loved our tour!

Caitlin Hamstra

Beautiful home and studio. I highly recommend this tour if you're interested in art, architecture, furniture, and design. There's a lot of information about how the home was built, including years and information about the unique blocks used to build the whole complex. The house and studio have all original furniture and design. There's a lot of color everywhere and unique features. Details from the carpet to the trains running throughout the house are exciting and surprising. Everything exemplifies Alden B. Dow's and Mid century Midwestern style. Much of the furniture was designed by Dow and manufactures by Herman Miller. This is a real sneak peak into his life and talent. You can even sit on the furniture. The tour guide was knowledgeable of Dow, his family, Frank Lloyd Weight, Dow's connection to Wright, his influence on style and architecture, and Dow's connection to the city of Midland. In December, there's a Christmas tour and the house is decorated for Christmas. We even got Christmas cookies and cider during a break. However, during the winter months you can't see the pond! If you go dieing spring/summer, you'll get a great view of the pond and Dow Gardens. This is worth the trip and great for locals! A must for Mid-Michigan.

Jalee Martin

Amazing place to visit. The colors used throughout the home are brilliant and the tours are very interesting and informative.

Julia Koprowski

Very cool place to get the sciences and the humanities!!

Terri Watkins

This is a wonderful tour. Our docent was extremely knowledgeable. If you are in the area, this is one place you should certainly visit. Just remember to book your tour in advance because the size of the groups is limited and they do sell out.

Dan Sherman

The house was amazing. I never realized how what an integral history the Dow family plays in Midland history. He was an amazing act architect and really an amazing person. I thoroughly enjoyed the tour. I would recommend it definitely

Kyle Leemon

Very cool place! Very informative and well worth the visit!

Madge A.

Such a neat part of midland history. This house makes you appreciate the thought that goes into design.

C Mak

The house and grounds are amazing. Our tour was great, and very well explained. Our tour guide was informative, but the reason it did not get 5 stars. She was sarcastic and very rude at times.

Laurel Nease

Unbelievable! this is a treasure in Michigan

Les Day

We discover this gem when our son went to college in the area. Went back for a second look and enjoyed all over again! Our tour guide was steeped in knowledge and made it fun to tour. Would highly recommend this Historic Home.

Mike Ross

Amazing!!!!!

Hu Ma

A Breathtaking experience. A Must Tour in Michigan..

r vix

This is an wonderful example of mid-century modern design. The tour was very professionally done and the guide was extremely knowledgeable and engaging. The history of Mr. Dow is very interesting and his contribution to his art is very evident in the beautiful home and studio. I highly recommend taking the time if you are interested in design, architecture, and Michigan history.

Pete W

Way cool. Take the tour - it's worth it.

jacespeed 1

Lots of fun history, I personally love mid century modern architecture so this was a real treat.

Karen Edgington

A must see for anyone who likes architecture.

C Mak

The house and grounds are amazing. Our tour was great, and very well explained. Our tour guide was informative, but the reason it did not get 5 stars. She was sarcastic and very rude at times.

Laurel Nease

Unbelievable! this is a treasure in Michigan

Les Day

We discover this gem when our son went to college in the area. Went back for a second look and enjoyed all over again! Our tour guide was steeped in knowledge and made it fun to tour. Would highly recommend this Historic Home.

Mike Ross

Amazing!!!!!

Cindy Gohsman

I wasn’t excited about this tour, I took a friend that wanted to go for her birthday. I was surprised at how much I enjoyed this and learned about the DOW geniuses and Midlands beginnings. The house WAS AMAZING! The garden views and patios and terraces made me long to do my Tae Kwon Do forms and Tai Chi everywhere there. Beauty, art, peace, and tranquility, are the words I would use. Everyone should see this....to Learn and to Feel.

Hu Ma

A Breathtaking experience. A Must Tour in Michigan..

r vix

This is an wonderful example of mid-century modern design. The tour was very professionally done and the guide was extremely knowledgeable and engaging. The history of Mr. Dow is very interesting and his contribution to his art is very evident in the beautiful home and studio. I highly recommend taking the time if you are interested in design, architecture, and Michigan history.

Pete W

Way cool. Take the tour - it's worth it.

jacespeed 1

Lots of fun history, I personally love mid century modern architecture so this was a real treat.

Karen Edgington

A must see for anyone who likes architecture.

Billie Sue Wilson

Our tour lady, Jane was EXCELLENT. Lots of interesting information. Good pace. Loved the colors used throughout the home. Also enjoyed the Hebert and Grace Dow home tour and the canapé walk @ Whiting Forest.The Cafe was well worth the stop. Looking forward to the second bridge's completion.

Luis-Eduardo Gonzalez

Fantastic experience! If you like architecture and mid century style, this is a must stop! Near downtown Midland the two hour your is fascinating.

Jeanine Bardy

Amazing mid century home. Wonderful informative tour

Matthew Leatherman

This is an amazing home. I grew up less than 30 miles away from here and never had visited, and really wish I had. I already have plans to go back at each of the 4 seasons to see the changes in the outside landscape.

D L Anthony

Amazing celebration of a Michigan hidden treasure - the house and the architect

Dave Angelotti

Interesting tour of a very unique house

Joyce Miller

An amazing architectural home.

Catherine Richard

Wonderful, so modern for his time and beautiful life philosophy

Billie Sue Wilson

Our tour lady, Jane was EXCELLENT. Lots of interesting information. Good pace. Loved the colors used throughout the home. Also enjoyed the Hebert and Grace Dow home tour and the canapé walk @ Whiting Forest.The Cafe was well worth the stop. Looking forward to the second bridge's completion.

Luis-Eduardo Gonzalez

Fantastic experience! If you like architecture and mid century style, this is a must stop! Near downtown Midland the two hour your is fascinating.

Jeanine Bardy

Amazing mid century home. Wonderful informative tour

Matthew Leatherman

This is an amazing home. I grew up less than 30 miles away from here and never had visited, and really wish I had. I already have plans to go back at each of the 4 seasons to see the changes in the outside landscape.

D L Anthony

Amazing celebration of a Michigan hidden treasure - the house and the architect

Dave Angelotti

Interesting tour of a very unique house

Joyce Miller

An amazing architectural home.

Catherine Richard

Wonderful, so modern for his time and beautiful life philosophy

Ralph Russo

The home is awesome. There was one of the tour people that kept pushing me like I was as slow as a sloth. I told her to keep her hands to herself and she laughed at me. If I wasn't around 50 people I would have told her a few things but I took the high road. I got my point across as she never touched me again. If I had her name I would have called and complained.

Natalia Jean and David Ali Rodriguez-Cano

Amazing you can't respect it fully until u seen it in real life. A true genius literally. I loved it so much

Gunru Crew

Awesome house with informative tours. I would highly recommend visiting.

Kelly Millhench

Wonderful design.. informative guide.

Carolyn Harfmann

Beautiful, amazing home. Live in Midland, so have visited twice before. But never at Christmas and it was delightful. They served freshly baked holiday cookies to your guests.

Nancy Oatley

Really interesting and cool.

Cindy Sinicki

Amazing

Skye Schaffer

It was a really great experience I recommend going here.

Joe Osier

Great tour of a historic Midland home.

Chris Provo

Cool architecture and great history! Very nice people!

Buddy D

Love the design of this house

Emily Schaffer

It was Great and highly recommend going to this beautiful historic home.

Griffin White

Loved it so much!!!!!!!

Ralph Russo

The home is awesome. There was one of the tour people that kept pushing me like I was as slow as a sloth. I told her to keep her hands to herself and she laughed at me. If I wasn't around 50 people I would have told her a few things but I took the high road. I got my point across as she never touched me again. If I had her name I would have called and complained.

Natalia Jean and David Ali Rodriguez-Cano

Amazing you can't respect it fully until u seen it in real life. A true genius literally. I loved it so much

Gunru Crew

Awesome house with informative tours. I would highly recommend visiting.

Kelly Millhench

Wonderful design.. informative guide.

Carol Rogers

Great tour. Very informative.

Carolyn Harfmann

Beautiful, amazing home. Live in Midland, so have visited twice before. But never at Christmas and it was delightful. They served freshly baked holiday cookies to your guests.

Nancy Oatley

Really interesting and cool.

Cindy Sinicki

Amazing

Skye Schaffer

It was a really great experience I recommend going here.

Joe Osier

Great tour of a historic Midland home.

Chris Provo

Cool architecture and great history! Very nice people!

Art Projet

Fabulous tour. What an amazing place!

Buddy D

Love the design of this house

Emily Schaffer

It was Great and highly recommend going to this beautiful historic home.

Griffin White

Loved it so much!!!!!!!