This special tour offers guests the opportunity to experience the celebrated Margaret Esherick house (1961), one of only two examples of collaboration between Wharton Esherick and his friend Louis Kahn, the world-renowned architect. Commissioned by Margaret Esherick, Wharton’s niece, the house features an extraordinary kitchen conceived and installed by Wharton Esherick during the construction of the house. The 1956 Workshop on the museum’s campus, designed by Kahn, Anne Tyng, and Esherick, provides the only other instance of their work together.  

The Margaret Esherick House is a private residence. Learn more about the history of the house and our partnership with the homeowners here. 

This 60-75 minute docent led tour includes both the interior and exterior of the house, which is located in the Chestnut Hill neighborhood of northwest Philadelphia. 

Tours are available at 10:00am, 12:30pm and 2:30pm.

Admission: $50

Things to know:

•  All visitors must have advance, paid reservations prior to arriving on-site. No exceptions will be made.
• Tours are limited to a maximum of 12 guests.
• Children younger than 12 will not be permitted.
• The Margaret Esherick House is a private residence. Please see details about accessibility below. 
• We require the names of all guests touring the house, not just those making the booking. You will be prompted to list these during the online checkout process.
• Cancellations must be made at least 48 hours in advance of your scheduled tour to receive a full refund.

Accessibility

As a private residence with stairs and narrow spaces, the Margaret Esherick House has limited accessibility for individuals who use walkers or have other mobility issues. The house is not accessible to people who use wheelchairs. We ask that guests use canes and walkers with rubber feet to help protect the floors.

Care partners who accompany visitors are admitted free of charge but must register advance. Please call 610-644-5822 or email [email protected] to make arrangements.

Service animals, as defined by the ADA, are welcome. The ADA defines service animals as dogs that have been individually trained to do work or perform tasks for a person with a disability. Emotional support animals, pets, or any other animals are not permitted inside or on the grounds.

Please email [email protected] if you have questions or would like to request accommodations for your visit.

*Please note, these tours are limited and fill up fast – be sure to sign up for our mailing list to hear about additional tours and programs as they are announced!