Johnson Wax Headquarters, Racine

Name: Johnson Wax Headquarters
Address: Racine, United States

#12 among attractions in Racine

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Johnson Wax Headquarters is the world headquarters and administration building of S. C. Johnson & Son in Racine, Wisconsin. Designed by American architect Frank Lloyd Wright for the company's president, Herbert F. "Hib" Johnson, the building was constructed from 1936 to 1939. Its distinctive "lily pad" columns and other innovations revived Wright's career at a point when he was losing influence. Also known as the Johnson Wax Administration Building, it and the nearby 14-story Johnson Wax Research Tower were designated as a National Historic Landmark in 1976 as Administration Building and Research Tower, S.C. Johnson and Son. ()

Alternative names: Built: 1936 (88 years ago)Coordinates: 42°42'48"N, 87°47'28"W

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Johnson Wax Headquarters – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: St. Luke's, Racine Heritage Museum, Golden Rondelle, First Presbyterian Church.

1 miNE
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
St. Luke's, Racine
26 min walk • St. Luke's Episcopal Church, Chapel, Guildhall, and Rectory is a historic church complex in Racine, Wisconsin. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1979 for its architectural significance. St.
1 miNE
Museum, History museum
Racine Heritage Museum, Racine
25 min walk • The Racine Heritage Museum is a historical museum building and former Carnegie library, located at 701 S. Main St. in downtown Racine, Wisconsin.
~730 ftN
Concerts and shows, Auditorium, Theater
Golden Rondelle, Racine
4 min walk • The Golden Rondelle Theater is a historic theater currently located in the administration complex of S. C. Johnson & Son in Racine, Wisconsin. Featuring a radical design, the theater was originally part of the 1964-65 World's Fair before being moved to Racine.
0.9 miN
Church, Greek Revival architecture
First Presbyterian Church, Racine
23 min walk • First Presbyterian Church is a historic church at 716 College Avenue in Racine, Wisconsin, United States. It was built in 1852 and was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1973. It was designed by Lucas Bradley.
1.1 miN
Museum, Architecture, Art museum
R|A|M Racine Art Museum, Racine
29 min walk • The Racine Art Museum and RAM's Charles A. Wustum Museum of Fine Arts are located in Racine, Wisconsin, U.S. The museum holds the largest and most significant contemporary craft collection in North America, with more than 9,500 objects from nationally and internationally recognized artists.
0.8 miNE
42°43'26"N • 87°46'59"W
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22 min walk • Museum
1 miNW
42°43'8"N • 87°48'31"W
Washington Park, Racine
26 min walk • Golf
1.2 miN
42°43'48"N • 87°47'31"W
5Th Street Yacht Club, Racine
30 min walk • Sailing, Marina
1.2 miN
42°43'47"N • 87°47'1"W
Funky Hannah's, Racine
31 min walk • Museum
1.3 miNW
Bridge, Baseball field, Park
Island Park, Racine
34 min walk • Island Park or Horlick Park is a neighborhood park covering 19 acres of land in Racine, Wisconsin. The park is located on an island, surrounded on both sides by the Root River.
0.6 miNE
Gothic Revival architecture
Chauncey Hall House, Racine
15 min walk • The Chauncey Hall House, also known as Knight House, is located in Racine, Wisconsin, United States. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1976.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Johnson Wax Headquarters?

Nearby attractions include Golden Rondelle, Racine (4 min walk), Chauncey Hall House, Racine (15 min walk), Eli R. Cooley House, Racine (16 min walk), George Bray Neighborhood Center, Racine (16 min walk).

How to get to Johnson Wax Headquarters by public transport?

The nearest stations to Johnson Wax Headquarters:

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16th Street And Franklin Street • Lines: 3 (2 min walk)
Racine Street And 16th Street • Lines: 5 (4 min walk)