Frank Lloyd Wright was the eccentric architect of numerous iconic buildings, but one day in

1914 a worker at one of his properties became the architect of a horrific massacre.

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Today is Saturday, August 15, 2020.

On this day in 1914, Frank Lloyd Wright's employee set fire to one of his

Wisconsin homes. Seven people died in the blaze, including the architect's mistress.

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Today we're covering the fire and murders that took place at Talliesen,

a magnificent home designed by Frank Lloyd Wright.

But first, let's go back to Spring Green, Wisconsin on August 15, 1914. 13.

Built on a hill in the Wisconsin River Valley,

the Tallieson was as grand as a palace,

but as tranquil and elegant as the nature surrounding it.

The vast grounds included Wright's home, studio, epitheme of gardens.

The house itself was the epitome of organic architecture,

constructed with natural limestone and Wisconsin River sand.

Its beauty was best experienced during the heat of the day

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