Kentuck Knob is an Usonian landmark in Chalk Hill, Pennsylvania. Built in 1956, it was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright, and is a National Historic Landmark. It is owned by Peter Palumbo (Lord Palumbo).
Location: 723 Kentuck Road, Chalk Hill, Pennsylvania, United States
Verified facts
- Located in Stewart Township, Chalk Hill
confidence 85/100 · 3 independent sources · SRC-1898, SRC-1899, SRC-4258 - Designed by Frank Lloyd Wright
confidence 85/100 · 3 independent sources · SRC-1898, SRC-1900, SRC-1899 - Built in 1956
confidence 75/100 · 4 independent sources · SRC-1898, SRC-1899, SRC-3819, SRC-4259 - Architectural style: Usonian
confidence 70/100 · 2 independent sources · SRC-1898, SRC-1900 - Historic designation: National Historic Landmark; National Register of Historic Places
confidence 90/100 · 5 independent sources · SRC-1898, SRC-1900, SRC-6434, SRC-6435, SRC-6436 - Owned by Peter Palumbo (Lord Palumbo)
confidence 85/100 · 3 independent sources · SRC-1900, SRC-1898, SRC-4259 - Built in 1956
confidence 75/100 · 3 independent sources · SRC-3575, SRC-1898, SRC-3819 - Historic designation: National Historic Landmark
confidence 85/100 · 4 independent sources · SRC-3575, SRC-1898, SRC-0036, SRC-1900
Evidence & sources
- SRC-0036 — NPS — World Heritage / NHLs associated with Frank Lloyd Wright (Tier 1, public_record; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-10113 — Kentuck Knob — Wikipedia (Tier 2, reference; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-1898 — Kentuck Knob — Wikipedia (Tier 2, reference; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-1899 — Isaac Newton Hagan House — Living Places (NRHP/NHL nomination text) (Tier 2, reference; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-1900 — Kentuck Knob — Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation (Tier 1, official_archive; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-3575 — nps.gov (Tier 1, official_archive; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-3819 — kentuckknob.com (Tier 3, reference; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-4258 — loc.gov (Tier 1, official_primary; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-4259 — pittsburghquarterly.com (Tier 2, journalism; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-5761 — Kentuck Knob official site — Visit page (Tier 1, primary; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-6434 — The Clio — Kentuck Knob: A Frank Lloyd Wright Home (Tier 2, reference-history; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-6435 — Historical Marker Database (HMdb) — Kentuck Knob Historical Marker (NPS text) (Tier 2, marker-transcription; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-6436 — Great Allegheny Passage — Kentuck Knob (Tier 3, trail-guide; retrieved June 2026)
How we verify
Every fact above is independently corroborated by at least two reputable sources and
confidence-scored before publication. Claims that cannot clear that bar are withheld. We show the
street address only for non-residential public landmarks (museums, commercial and civic buildings,
publicly documented filming-location sites); the exact addresses of private residences and any
personal information are structurally barred from publication. Last reviewed June 2026.
Plan Your Visit
Hours: Mar 14-Nov 1 daily 9am-4pm (Wed 12-4pm); Nov 2-29 daily 10am-3pm (Wed 12-3pm); Dec weekends & 26-30 10am-3pm. Advance booking recommended.
Admission: Guided House Tour (45 min): adult $35, student (6+) $20, military/veteran $28. In-Depth Tour (90 min) $85. Children must be 6+.
Frequently asked questions
Can you visit Kentuck Knob?
Yes — Kentuck Knob is open to the public. Hours: Mar 14-Nov 1 daily 9am-4pm (Wed 12-4pm); Nov 2-29 daily 10am-3pm (Wed 12-3pm); Dec weekends & 26-30 10am-3pm. Advance booking recommended.. Admission: Guided House Tour (45 min): adult $35, student (6+) $20, military/veteran $28. In-Depth Tour (90 min) $85. Children must be 6+..
Who designed Kentuck Knob?
Kentuck Knob was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright.
Where is Kentuck Knob located?
Kentuck Knob is located in Chalk Hill, Pennsylvania.