Join us in welcoming our inaugural Artist-in-Residence, John E. Bannon, to the Allerton community during a special evening at the Park! John is currently living on-site to fully engage with and seek inspiration from the art, history, and nature of Allerton. Some of his past work will be onsite, and John will be available to discuss what he hopes to accomplish during his residency, including plans for his exhibition, Further Explorations in Perception. Enjoy the sounds from live band, Arrange … [Read more...] about Artist-in-Residence Exhibition Reception
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Fall 2021 Artist-In-Residence Application Open Now!
Inviting artists to live and create at Allerton Park and Retreat Center will recreate the intimate experience Robert Allerton provided his guests. We are excited to announce that we are now accepting applications for the Fall 2021 residency! Residencies of two to six weeks will allow uninterrupted time for artists to explore their ideas, immerse themselves in the serene surroundings of the Park, and engage with our central Illinois communities. Sculptors, photographers, painters, printmakers, … [Read more...] about Fall 2021 Artist-In-Residence Application Open Now!
Artist In-Residence FAQ
Am I Eligible to Apply? The program is open to all artists* including: sculptors, photographers, painters, printmakers, installation artists, videographers, sound artist, writers and poets, preforming artist, and many more! *Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, artist selection will favor those located regionally. When is the application deadline? The Fall 2021 resident has been selected. Future opportunities will be announced on the program page. Where will I live? Bedroom/living … [Read more...] about Artist In-Residence FAQ
Artist-in-Residence Program
Inviting artists to live and create at Allerton Park and Retreat Center will recreate the intimate experience Robert Allerton provided his guests. Residencies of two to six weeks will allow uninterrupted time for artists to explore their ideas, immerse themselves in the serene surroundings of the Park, and engage with our central Illinois communities.Sculptors, photographers, painters, printmakers, installation artists, videographers, sound artists, writers and poets, preforming artists, and … [Read more...] about Artist-in-Residence Program
Artist-In-Residence Application
Allerton In-Residence: Poetry Reading with Aumaine Rose Smith and Isaac Willis
Join us for a special evening as we welcome our Fall 2021 Artist In-Residence Aumaine Rose Smith to the Allerton community! Aumaine and local poet Isaac Willis will share their poetry during a public reading on Thursday, November 11. Grab a seat in the Meadow* and enjoy a cash bar (7pm) and warmth from the fire before the reading begins at 7:30pm. Park in the Visitor Center Parking Lot. Registration is free, but limited. Scroll down to register. (The reading will be available livestream on … [Read more...] about Allerton In-Residence: Poetry Reading with Aumaine Rose Smith and Isaac Willis
In-Residence Program Spring 2022: “Rooting a Deeper Connection”
In partnership with the University of Illinois Office of the Vice Chancellor for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (OVCDEI) and with support from Joan and Peter Hood, we are excited to announce our Spring 2022 In-Residence Program! Open to artists and naturalists, the Spring 2022 residence will highlight and celebrate the arts and study of nature within Black and Latinx communities. By focusing on artistic and environmental innovation within the Black and Latinx communities, Allerton intends … [Read more...] about In-Residence Program Spring 2022: “Rooting a Deeper Connection”
Spring 2022 In-Residence: Rooting a Deeper Connection FAQ
Am I Eligible to Apply? The program is open to all artists and naturalists whose work highlights and celebrates the arts and study of nature within Black and Latinx communities including: sculptors, photographers, painters, printmakers, installation artists, videographers, sound artist, writers and poets, performing artist, researchers, scientists, educators, authors, environmental activists, and many more! When is the application deadline? The Spring 2022 application is … [Read more...] about Spring 2022 In-Residence: Rooting a Deeper Connection FAQ
