Program
The Other Architects of Oak Park
Frank Lloyd Wright’s celebrated body of work in Oak Park comprises 25 homes out of nearly 5,000 structures. This engaging presentation takes a look at Oak Park homes not designed by Wright.
Several architects, mainly contemporaries of Frank Lloyd Wright, have designed noteworthy buildings in Oak Park. The suburban residences highlighted in this program are of interest for a range of factors, including the fame of their architect, outstanding design features, noteworthy ownership, or interesting side stories.
Program Speaker: Ron Becker
Ron Becker became a CAC docent in 2019. He is also a docent at Brookfield Zoo. This became his calling after his career as a health actuary. He enjoys researching and writing about the architecture and the built environment throughout the Chicago area. Ron has lived in Oak Park for nearly 50 years, and this is where he and his wife raised their six children.