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Following is but a sample of the many possibilities that the history, collections, and horticultural distinctions of Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens offer for interesting feature articles. For additional ideas, more information, or to schedule a special behind-the-scenes tour, contact Katie Campbell, Director of Marketing, at 330-315-3235 or KCampbell@stanhywet.org .
The American Country Estate Movement
This phenomenon took full form after 1885 when America had a preoccupation with palatial residences that provided both home and recreation for the families of the new self-made financial giants. The trend dwindled after the 1920s and by 1960, many of the most beautiful homes ever built in this country were lost to the wrecking ball.
Winter Homes of the Industrial Kings of the Industrial Age
F.A. Seiberling was in the company of Rockefeller, Vanderbilt, Gould, and Hearst, to name a few, who all built American Country Estates at the turn of the twentieth century.
Warren H. Manning & His Place in the Development of American Landscape Design
Manning remains one of the most revered landscape architects in history and Stan Hywet’s grounds represent his only remaining work in original form, a noteworthy distinction of the estate.
Ellen Biddle Shipman and the Walled English Garden
In 1928, Warren Manning suggested Ellen Biddle Shipman to remake the English Garden. He deemed her “the best flower garden maker in the country” and she is widely known as the dean of American women landscape architects. This garden is the only fully-restored Shipman garden open to the public.
A Tutorial In Tudor Revival
Stan Hywet is deemed one of the premier examples of Tudor Revival architecture, but this style is not about England. Although the inspiration comes from the Tudor period in history, Stan Hywet is a thoroughly modern house, a product of the 20th century. What makes Tudor Revival architecture so unique and why is Stan Hywet such an important example? Also, Stan Hywet’ architect, Charles Schneider is of note.
Stan Hywet's Kitchen: A Chef's Dream In 1920
Stan Hywet’s kitchen was truly state-of-the-art in its time: it had built-in electric refrigeration among other amenities. It was installed by the Jewett Refrigerator Company of Buffalo, New York that also counted the Rockefellers, Whitneys, Tiffanys, Guggenheims and Firestones as clients. Throughout the kitchen and pantry are wonderful faux foods made by a very talented volunteer, a delightful story in itself (it all looks very real).
The Ceramics Of Stan Hywet
The desire for a simpler and cleaner environment in the second half of the 19th century encourages this use of tile for architectural adornment on floors. The Manor House has significant variety, each with its own history. The floor tiles and wall fountain on the West Porch are of particular note, created by artist Mary Chase Stratton, founder of Pewabic Pottery.
Chimney Restoration: The Grand Home Epidemic
One of Stan Hywet’s most distinctive features is the Manor House silhouette with its 23 chimneys, each with a unique design and most of which are undergoing restoration and repair. Chimney restoration is a major issue for all turn-of-the-twentieth century great homes and is an issue being addressed by the National Trust for Historic Preservation.
Stan Hywet’s Famous Visitors
Ignace Jan Pederewski, Maxfield Parrish, Warren G. Harding, Leopold Stokowski, Percy Grainger, William Howard Taft, Will Rogers, Helen Keller and the von Trapp Family Singers are just some of the famous and accomplished people who were guests at Stan Hywet. The Manor House was a wonderful place for visitors and celebrations – and the delightful anecdotes abound.
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