The R. Buckminster Fuller Dome Not-For-Profit
An Organization to Restore, Maintain and Promote Fuller's Carbondale Dome Home
The RBF Dome Mission
Our mission is to preserve the original dome home and legacy of R. Buckminster Fuller. To develop and operate a “home museum” within the Carbondale, Illinois Dome Home and chronicle the years during which Buckminster Fuller and his wife Anne lived there. To utilize the Fuller Dome Home Museum as an educational tool to help fulfill Fuller’s vision -
“to make the world work for 100% of humanity in the shortest possible time through spontaneous cooperation without ecological offense or the disadvantage of anyone.”
Renowned Architect Thomas T.K. Zung presented "The Dymaxion World of R. Buckminster Fuller" at Southern Illinois University Carbondale to a packed auditorium.
Thomas T.K. Zung's extensive experience and intimate knowledge of Fuller's teachings make him an ideal presenter to delve into the profound impact of Fuller's concepts, including the iconic Dymaxion Map and geodesic dome structures.
Through engaging anecdotes, historical context, and personal reflections, Zung will offered attendees a deeper understanding of Fuller's visionary ideas and their relevance in today's world.
Thomas Zung at Southern Illinois University Carbondale April 7th, 2024.
The Fuller Dome Home Restoration Project
Honoring his legacy, inspiring our future
Announcing!
Mighty Buildings to 3D Print Visitors Center alongside Buckminster Fuller's Dome Home
Architectural rendering courtesy of Mighty Buildings
“To do more and more with less and less until eventually you can do everything with nothing.”
Mighty Buildings crew placing panels
Sustainable climate friendly building practice;
3-D printing
Restoration of the home is mostly DONE! We are very excited to now be moving ahead with the Visitor’s Center. We have recently realized the unusual opportunity to construct this center using the very latest in sustainable 3D Printed Panel technology.
The 3D company with which we are working, Mighty Buildings, is eager to showcase their product adjacent to the home of the grandfather of sustainability, our own R. Buckminster Fuller’s Dome Home right here in Carbondale. Mighty Buildings is offering their services at a considerable discount to us. This will be one of only three 3-D printed buildings in the Midwest!
With 3-D Printing Technology, there is 99% less waste generated, and more tensile and flexural strength vs. concrete.* Mighty Building uses 60% Recycled printing materials. This innovative, creative, and sustainable method of building blends with Bucky’s philosophy.
In the News!
"Mighty Buildings to 3D Print Visitors Center alongside Buckminster Fuller's Dome Home"
3D Print.com
"A visitor center clad in 3D-printed panels is planned for the site of Buckminster Fuller's self designed geodesic dome home in Illinois"
The Architect's Newspaper
"Bucky Dome Visitor Center to be constructed of 3D printed panels"
St. Louis Post Dispatch
The Southern Illinoisan
"Bucky Fuller Dome Home to Get 3D Printed Visitor's Center"
WSIL-TV 3
Phase One
Restoration of Dome Exterior | Completed
Tour the Dome!
The newly restored geodesic home of Bucky and Anne Fuller is now open for tours. Immerse yourself in the same surroundings where Fuller lived while completing several books during his time at Southern Illinois University in Carbondale.
Phase Two
Restoration of Dome Interior | Completed
Restored Interior of Anne and Bucky's Dome
Campaign for New Visitor's Center!
The Groundbreaking for the new Visitor's Center has inspired many long standing admirers of the effort to help in having Bucky's Home Dome Museum become a beacon for the legacy of Bucky Fuller. Join us in assuring that the Carbondale Home Dome becomes a beacon to the world because now, more than ever, Bucky's message to humanity needs to be heard.
Mary O'Hara and Tom Redmond
"The Groundbreaking for the Dome’s Visitor’s Center was an inspiring event for many. It paid homage, not only to Bucky Fuller, but the hundreds of people who are inspired by his work. They persevere. One Person has our special attention right now is Bill Perk (1927-2022)...visionary, teacher, philanthropist, activist, and loving father and husband. October 24th was to be his 93rd birthday. "
"To honor Bill’s contributions to many, Mary O’Hara and Tom Redmond, will match any donation to the Dome project up to $1,000.00."
"Let’s keep this momentum going. Onwards to the opening of the Visitor’s Center before the next Solar Eclipse in 2024!"
