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Decatur ag students create art for GLOW

December 6, 2023 by Steve Hoffman

  MONTICELLO — What started as a high school class project is now part of this year’s Holiday GLOW at Allerton Park and Retreat Center. Decatur Eisenhower agriculture teacher Scott Davidson said when students began work on the three large letters — “F, F and A” to promote ag education — about a year ago, he was not sure where the finished product would end up. At first, Davidson saw the wood and metal creation going on display at the Living Science Farm of the new Dwayne O. … [Read more...] about Decatur ag students create art for GLOW

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RESIDENT WRAPS UP RESEARCH

November 27, 2023 by Steve Hoffman

Urban planner Kelsey Zlevor has finished up her residency and hopes to take knowledge she has gleaned while at Allerton to help design public spaces with elements that help people experiencing depressive episodes. She conducted four workshops — the final one on Wednesday with Park staff — which used craft supplies to help participants re-visit fond memories. Zlevor said Allerton was an ideal place to conduct her research. “I love it. It’s beautiful. It’s been the ability to immediately … [Read more...] about RESIDENT WRAPS UP RESEARCH

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History Happy Hour: Architects of Allerton

November 17, 2023 by Steve Hoffman

At the May 16 History Happy Hour, McCraw Family Visitor Center Coordinator Sarah Putman talked about the Architects of Allerton. Her presentation is included in the .pdf below. Architects of Allerton … [Read more...] about History Happy Hour: Architects of Allerton

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History Happy Hour: Original Pieces in the Mansion

November 17, 2023 by Steve Hoffman

At the Nov. 16 History Happy Hour, McCraw Family Visitor Center Coordinator Sarah Putman talked about Original Pieces in the Mansion. Her presentation is included in the .pdf below. Original Pieces in the Mansion … [Read more...] about History Happy Hour: Original Pieces in the Mansion

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Kelsey Zlevor is Fall 2023 resident

October 31, 2023 by Steve Hoffman

MONTICELLO — During the covid pandemic, public parks became a refuge as one of the safer places to spend time while most other locations were locked down. It was during that time that Chicago native and urban planner Kesley Zlevor — who is next up in Allerton Park and Retreat Center’s Joan and Peter Hood In-Residence Program — was empowered to find ways that public spaces could be better designed for those who are experiencing depression. “Rooted in my role as a parks planning consultant … [Read more...] about Kelsey Zlevor is Fall 2023 resident

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THANK YOU, JAN GILL!!

October 26, 2023 by Steve Hoffman

We recently celebrated the retirement of Associate Director of Business Operations Jan Gill. Jan started working at Allerton in 2015 as a retiree rehire after a successful 37-year career at the University of Illinois Office of Business and Financial Services, retiring as Assistant Controller in UAFR (University Accounting & Financial Reporting). She quickly began making her impact at Allerton, instituting new procedures and protocols that created necessary efficiencies for our growing … [Read more...] about THANK YOU, JAN GILL!!

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History Happy Hour: Robert Allerton and the Art Institute of Chicago

October 24, 2023 by Steve Hoffman

(NOTE: THIS PRESENTATION WAS GIVEN AT A HISTORY HAPPY HOUR ON OCT. 19, 2023) Robert Allerton had a relationship with the Art Institute of Chicago for the entirety of his adult life.  Before he went to Europe to study art, he took a few classes at the School of the Art Institute.  He was an annual member, a governing life member, trustee, and then honorary president of the Board of Trustees.  Each winter, Robert traveled extensively collecting art and inspiration.  Much of his collected works … [Read more...] about History Happy Hour: Robert Allerton and the Art Institute of Chicago

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Can you find the new fu dogs?!?

October 9, 2023 by Steve Hoffman

If you look verrrrrrry closely, you may see some new statues sitting regally atop the pedestals in the Fu Dog Garden. Thanks to the generosity of David and Debra Rathje, four new fu dogs were cast and produced by Colin Dyck of Mudslide Stoneware in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Staff recently put them in the garden, allowing for the restoration of pieces that had the most significant wear after being displayed outdoors for more than 90 years. Seen here are Allerton staff Leo Kinsella and Luke Rund … [Read more...] about Can you find the new fu dogs?!?

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