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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.

The Institute for Victorian Living

Select Days | Select Times

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.

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

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.

We are in the home stretch of our bedroom restoration project.

Once the painting is finished this week, the floors will be stained and then the furniture returned to the room.

This project was fully funded with donations from more than 30 individuals and private foundations.

We are grateful for all the community support over the last 20 years.
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13 hours ago
We are in the home stretch of our bedroom restoration project.

Once the painting is finished this week, the floors will be stained and then the furniture returned to the room. 

This project was fully funded with donations from more than 30 individuals and private foundations. 

We are grateful for all the community support over the last 20 years.Image attachment

Ever wonder what our third floor looks like?

Well, this year we are offering our Nooks and Crannies tour which will provide access to our third floor and a glimpse into (but not up, sorry!) our iconic tower.

This tour is available Thursday afternoons starting in June.

Tickets are available via the Lake Geneva Cruise Line.
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2 days ago
Ever wonder what our third floor looks like? 

Well, this year we are offering our Nooks and Crannies tour which will provide access to our third floor and a glimpse into (but not up, sorry!) our iconic tower. 

This tour is available Thursday afternoons starting in June.

Tickets are available via the Lake Geneva Cruise Line.