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Eames House

Discover the world of Charles and Ray Eames at their landmark 1949 home. Preserved much as it was when they lived in it, the Eames House offers a rare glimpse into their life, work, and philosophy.

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History & Legacy

A landmark of modern architecture and design, the Eames House is a place where structure and nature coexist in harmony.

Whether exploring the grounds or experiencing their collections up close, each visit is an invitation to find inspiration in the joy, rigor, and playfulness that defined their approach to design.

Preserving their Legacy

Conservation Management

In collaboration with the Getty Conservation Institute, the Foundation developed the Eames House Conservation Management Plan (CMP)—a research-based framework that deepens understanding of the site’s history and guides preservation of its structure, landscape, and the spirit of Charles and Ray’s life and work.

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Frequently asked Questions

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We believe clarity brings comfort — so here are the questions we’re asked most often, answered with care.

There is no parking available at the Eames House itself. If parking or taking rideshare, we ask that you park or set up drop-off and pick-up points on Corona Del Mar just above the Eames House. A parking map will be provided with your ticket confirmation. 

Yes, we offer both private exterior and interior tours of the Eames House. For more information on private tours, please check out our Visit page or contact us at visitorinfo@eamesfoundation.org.

To protect the Eames House site and ensure a safe experience for all guests, we ask that you refrain from bringing the following items: food and beverages, cigarettes and vapes, or tripods and other large camera equipment.

Children of all ages are welcome on exterior tours of the Eames House. Unfortunately, due to the delicate nature of the interiors of the Eames House, children under 12 are not allowed on Private Interior Tours.

We encourage all exterior photography at the Eames House, but interior photography of the Eames House Residence & Studio is not permitted. This includes photographs taken through open windows or doors, or through glass panes. Photographs may be shared freely for personal use, but any commercial or otherwise non-personal use is prohibited.

We ask that you please refrain from bringing pets or emotional support animals to the Eames House. We welcome all ADA-recognized service animals.

“There is a tradition held in common 
by anyone who in his daily life has been 
compelled to face new problems—that is 
a tradition of respect and concern for 
everything in the world around them. 
To excel in the structuring of a problem
we must be committed to a concern for
quality in everything around us. We must
learn to care deeply.”

– Charles & Ray Eames

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Come experience the Eames House for yourself and visit us at 203 Chautauqua Blvd, Pacific Palisades, California.

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