The house is constructed with a unique hexagonal grid system that dictates the layout of walls, floors, and windows.
A section of the original Berlin Wall, purchased by Lord Palumbo, is displayed on the property grounds.
The roof is copper-clad and designed to patina over time to blend into the surrounding forest canopy.
The residence was built for the owners of a local ice cream company, Hagan Ice Cream.
Wright was 86 years old when he designed Kentuck Knob.
The site features a woodland trail showcasing over 30 major sculptures from the Palumbo collection.
The kitchen maintains many of its original custom-built features and cabinetry designed by Wright.
Kentuck Knob is a Usonian-style residence designed by Frank Lloyd Wright in 1953, situated atop a ridge in the Laurel Highlands of Pennsylvania. Built for I.N. and Bernardine Hagan, the house is constructed primarily from native sandstone and tidewater red cypress. The structure is largely hexagonal in its floor plan, a signature design element Wright favored for this project. It is currently owned by Lord and Lady Palumbo, who maintain the residence as a museum. The property features an extensive outdoor sculpture collection, including works by Andy Goldsworthy and Sir Anthony Caro. Visitors explore the house via guided tours that highlight original furnishings and the architect's integration of the building into the landscape. The house is a premier example of Wright’s 'organic architecture' philosophy, emphasizing harmony between human habitation and the natural world. It is located approximately seven miles from Fallingwater, Wright’s other notable regional commission.
The terrace view overlooking the Youghiogheny River Valley, which captures the integration of the house with the natural cliffside.
Book your tour tickets well in advance online, as capacity is strictly limited and tours often sell out.
Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for the outdoor sculpture trail and uneven terrain.
Arrive early to allow time to explore the grounds and sculpture park before your scheduled interior tour.
Do not attempt to arrive without a pre-booked reservation, as walk-in tours are not guaranteed and space is limited.
Closed on Tuesdays from January through March; open seven days a week for the remainder of the year.
Photography is strictly prohibited inside the residence; touching surfaces or furniture is not allowed.
