New life will be given to Allerton’s Triangle Parterre Garden, thanks to a generous donation from Dana Brehm and Larry Baumann, in remembrance of their sibling and brother-in-law, Barry Brehm. The Garden sits just past the Visitor Center, and draws visitors down the sidewalk lined with Arborvitae to the Adam statue. Staff notes that currently the Garden is out of scale, and the intended look and feel that Robert Allerton had for the space are gone. “This is what happens to gardens, living … [Read more...] about Allerton Garden renovation Honors UI Alum
November 2018: Volume 1
ALLERTON ❤ VOLUNTEERS Last week, more than 35 Allerton volunteers gathered in the Visitor Center Auditorium for the Annual Volunteer Appreciation Dinner to celebrate their accomplishments over the past year, including: Leading 74 tours (With an average 15 people per tour, that's 1, 110 visitors who received a guided tour!) Working 126 special event shifts Improving the gardens during 94 garden shifts (At 3 hours per shift, that's 282 hours of garden labor!) Welcoming visitors … [Read more...] about November 2018: Volume 1
October 2018: Volume 2
GREENHOUSE CAFÉ FALL SPECIALS Enjoy the hearty tastes of fall in the Greenhouse Café with perfectly paired soups & sandwiches! These specials change each week, so be sure to stop in before they're gone! Week of October 16th: Zuppa Toscana & Chicken Caprese Wrap Week of October 23rd: French Onion Soup & Honey Mustard Ham & Cheese Week of October 30th: Beefy Chili & Loaded Grilled Cheese Plan Your Trip to the Greenhouse Café | View Weekly Café Specials on … [Read more...] about October 2018: Volume 2
October 2018: Volume 1
GREENHOUSE CAFÉ PATIO GETTING A FACELIFT Special thanks to Deborah and Michael Westjohn for their gift to improve the Greenhouse Cafépatio! The patio’s current pea gravel will be upgraded to a hard surface and will receive new landscaping. “We really value Allerton—and what benefits Allerton benefits Piatt County,” Michael explains. The Westjohn’s gift also provides an endowment for the long-term care/updates of the space. “Improving the outdoor space near the Greenhouse Café will continue our … [Read more...] about October 2018: Volume 1
2018 Annual Volunteer Appreciation Dinner
Last week, more than 35 Allerton volunteers gathered in the Visitor Center Auditorium for the Annual Volunteer Appreciation Dinner to celebrate their accomplishments over the past year, including: Leading 74 tours (With an average 15 people per tour, that's 1, 110 visitors who received a guided tour!) Working 126 special event shifts Improving the gardens during 94 garden shifts (At 3 hours per shift, that's 282 hours of garden labor!) Welcoming visitors with 343 shifts in the … [Read more...] about 2018 Annual Volunteer Appreciation Dinner
Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony for Rathje Entrance Drive
After five months of construction, the David J. and Debra C. Rathje Allerton Mansion Grand Entrance Drive will be opened for public use on Monday, October 22 at 4:30pm. The public is invited to a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the addition and honor the Rathjes, held near the estate’s Gate House, 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello. The new entrance was made possible thanks to a seven-figure gift from David and Debbie Rathje, of Decatur. The Drive creates a more prominent, accessible … [Read more...] about Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony for Rathje Entrance Drive
Donor-Funded Patio Continues Upgrades
Nearly six months after the opening of the Greenhouse Café at Allerton Park, improvements will begin on the Café’s outdoor patio thanks to a gift from Deborah and Michael Westjohn. Work has begun replacing the pea gravel with a concrete aggregate, and upgrades will be made to the surrounding landscape. Access to the Café will not be impacted during the renovations. The Westjohns have been long-time supporters of the Park, visiting nearly their entire lives and making donations for over a … [Read more...] about Donor-Funded Patio Continues Upgrades
September 2018: Volume 3
HOLIDAY EVENTS – TICKETS ON SALE SOON! Amidst the slew of shopping trips, baking days, and family get-togethers, Allerton offers a respite from your busy holiday schedule. Take a break from wrapping to go on an evening stroll down the sparkling Kirby Winter Wellness Walk. Let us do the cooking– enjoy our visitor-favorite lunch buffetat this year's Holiday Showcase as you shop for those last-minute gifts. Plus so much more! Tickets for all holiday events go on-sale October 1st. VIEW ALL HOLIDAY … [Read more...] about September 2018: Volume 3
