The Institute for Victorian Living

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Black Point Estate invites guests to step into the elegance and intrigue of the Victorian era through a trio of immersive evenings exploring the hidden language of flowers, the art of etiquette, and the splendor of historic weddings. Each event promises a captivating glimpse into the social rituals that once ruled high society.

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The Institute for Victorian Living

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Black Point Estate invites guests to step into the elegance and intrigue of the Victorian era through a trio of immersive evenings exploring the hidden language of flowers, the art of etiquette, and the splendor of historic weddings. Each event promises a captivating glimpse into the social rituals that once ruled high society.

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Black Point Estate & Gardens building at Grand Geneva surrounded by trees

Take a Cruise to the Victorian Summer Retreat of a Chicago Beer Baron

Black Point Estate was built for Chicago Beer Baron Conrad Seipp in 1888 as a retreat, and in that spirit the home remains a place to relax, refresh, and explore. Just like the Victorian VIPs who established the estate, you’ll arrive in style and enjoy stunning Geneva Lake views on your cruise to this magnificent mansion, considered one of the finest examples of period architecture and furniture in the Midwest, and one of the oldest homes in Lake Geneva. 

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Black Point Estate and Gardens

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Step into Gilded Age elegance at the 1888 Summer home of Chicago beer baron, Conrad Seipp. Guests enjoy a narrated boat ride to the property via the Lake Geneva Cruise Line, a guided tour of the mansion, & time to relax and sip Seipp beer on the veranda.

Our good friend, Jonathan Monge sent us these really cool renderings of the ol' place.

Come for a visit and experience Victorian beauty and lakeside living for yourself.

Tickets are available via the Lake Geneva Cruise Line.

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Our good friend, Jonathan Monge sent us these really cool renderings of the ol place. Come for a visit and experience Victorian beauty and lakeside living for yourself. Tickets are available via the Lake Geneva Cruise Line. Thank you Jonathan!Image attachmentImage attachment
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Oh that’s so cool!!! Did he hand Illustrate it?? I wonder what he used that looks amazing

Those are beautiful. Will prints be available in the gift shop?

We are grateful for the Geneva Lake Conservancy and for all the work they do in our region to promote conservation and sustainable land management.

The GLC holds a conservation easement on the Black Point property.

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We are grateful for the Geneva Lake Conservancy and for all the work they do in our region to promote conservation and sustainable land management. The GLC holds a conservation easement on the Black Point property. Happy Earth Day!
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