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Donors fund improvements to Allerton Mansion

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Updates are being made to the 120-year-old Allerton Mansion, thanks to donor support. Staff are focusing on improving the guest experience by including more pieces and design choices inspired by Robert Allerton, as well as providing long-term funding for the estate. Gifts from Deborah and Michael Westjohn (Monticello), Debra and David Rathje (Decatur), and Susan and Steven Zumdahl (Seymour) have funded updates to, respectively, the Butternut Room, Robert Allerton’s room, and the Library. In … [Read more...] about Donors fund improvements to Allerton Mansion

Inaugural In Residence Program

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Allerton’s inaugural In Residence Program begins with donor support We are excited to announce that Allerton’s inaugural In Residence Program will begin this winter, thanks to generous donations from two couples, Joan and Peter Hood and Dana Brehm and Larry Baumann! The In Residence Program offers artists and naturalists the opportunity to live and create at the Allerton estate.  The Program will not only support and highlight the meaningful work of creators and researchers, but bring … [Read more...] about Inaugural In Residence Program

Matching Gift Challenge aims to raise $50,000

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UPDATE 12/17: Thanks to your support, we have reached our initial Matching Gift Challenge goal! However — we are excited to announce that we are now matching gifts up to $60,000, thanks to additional contributions from the Allerton Park Advisory Board! Now, your gift before December 31 will still be doubled! Give now and help us raise $120,000 to support public programs, care of the Formal Gardens, natural areas restoration, updates to the Mansion, and more. Make your donation here and double … [Read more...] about Matching Gift Challenge aims to raise $50,000

Volunteers earn State Master Gardener Teamwork Award

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Our own Piatt County Master Gardener volunteers have received the State Master Gardener Teamwork Award for their work on the Welcome Garden! The State Master Gardener Teamwork Award recognizes Master Gardener projects that are impactful, innovative, and replicable statewide. The goal of sharing excellent projects is to inspire other Master Gardener groups to grow their programs and maximize the education of their projects. A big THANK YOU to all of the volunteers who designed, implemented, … [Read more...] about Volunteers earn State Master Gardener Teamwork Award

Buck Schroth Trail Virtual Tour

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Behold the scenic beauty found along the Buck Schroth Trail during this virtual tour. This 3-mile path features views of the forest including oak, hickory, and maple trees, and one of the oldest prairie restorations in Illinois. As we continue to provide digital content, we look forward to improving and expanding upon what we're able to share with the Allerton community! Learn more about the Buck Schroth Trail here. … [Read more...] about Buck Schroth Trail Virtual Tour

Global Day of Climate Action

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It's Global Day of Climate Action! The Allerton Park Climate Action Plan (apCAP) lays out a philosophy of “conserve (everything) and load (with renewables)”, with a goal of bringing Allerton to a net zero energy and emissions by 2035. While doing so, we strive to serve as a learning laboratory for the demonstration of sustainable technologies – to educate individuals and prepare them to face the challenges of becoming a sustainable society. Learn more here.Pictured below are some of the current … [Read more...] about Global Day of Climate Action