Frank Lloyd Wright Bank & Museum

"Frank Lloyd Wright designed this prairie-style bank in 1905 - it's now a Route 66 museum and visitor center."

📍 Dwight, IL🏛️ Built 1905🚗 Route 66🏢 Architecture

The Story

Frank Lloyd Wright designed the First National Bank of Dwight in 1905, one of his rare commercial buildings. The prairie-style structure features his signature horizontal lines, geometric patterns, and integration with the landscape.

When Route 66 came through Dwight 21 years later, the Wright building became a landmark for travelers. It now serves as a museum and Route 66 visitor center, combining architectural history with highway heritage.

Surprise Facts

→ One of only eight Frank Lloyd Wright buildings on Route 66

→ Wright was only 38 when he designed it

→ Now houses Route 66 memorabilia alongside Wright exhibits

Visit Information

✓ Open to Visit

Address: 132 W Main St, Dwight, IL 60420

Hours: Museum hours

Tip: Combine with Ambler's Texaco - both in Dwight

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