Built in 1868 , this beautiful limestone structure operated as a one room school until 1958.
The building was used for storage and the land was hayed by the owners , until 2003, when Julie Wiegand and Tommy Griesedieck bought the building and property . The couple planned to make it their home and Julie's studio & gallery .
Lyon School has been lovingly restored and artfully designed by them , along with stone masons , carpenters, and craftspersons from the region .
Tommy's art and business is landscaping , and he has designed and installed the striking exterior stone work , creative garden spaces , and facilitated the restoration of the 14 acres of prairie.
Julie focusses on the design of the interior space , which is now expanding to include more living area , connecting to the studio / gallery . She is grateful to spend her time painting and enjoying the natural beauty of this land .
The couple welcomes visitors anytime by appointment , and wishes to openly share this wonderful space !
Join the mailing list : Sign Up to receive postcards and emails announcing their multiple events throughout the year .
The semi annual studio sales are held in June , and December , and the annual house concert, is held each spring.
Enjoy this visual story of Lyon School !
The building was used for storage and the land was hayed by the owners , until 2003, when Julie Wiegand and Tommy Griesedieck bought the building and property . The couple planned to make it their home and Julie's studio & gallery .
Lyon School has been lovingly restored and artfully designed by them , along with stone masons , carpenters, and craftspersons from the region .
Tommy's art and business is landscaping , and he has designed and installed the striking exterior stone work , creative garden spaces , and facilitated the restoration of the 14 acres of prairie.
Julie focusses on the design of the interior space , which is now expanding to include more living area , connecting to the studio / gallery . She is grateful to spend her time painting and enjoying the natural beauty of this land .
The couple welcomes visitors anytime by appointment , and wishes to openly share this wonderful space !
Join the mailing list : Sign Up to receive postcards and emails announcing their multiple events throughout the year .
The semi annual studio sales are held in June , and December , and the annual house concert, is held each spring.
Enjoy this visual story of Lyon School !