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#StaffSelfie: Jordan Zech, Retreat Center Manager

April 11, 2020 by Allerton.admin

Our new #StaffSelfie series showcases the people behind the magic at Allerton, and gives you a glimpse into our molded personal and professional lives. Here’s our Retreat Center Manager, Jordan (along with helper Emmett), who started working at Allerton as a wedding intern in 2012: “Our sales staff is still keeping busy answering questions and booking future events. It’s nice to hear from newly engaged couples who are looking for a venue for their special day! We’ve been working with … [Read more...] about #StaffSelfie: Jordan Zech, Retreat Center Manager

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Video: “Experience Allerton”

April 10, 2020 by Allerton.admin

This video offers a quick look at some of the features the beautiful Allerton Estate has to offer. Whether you are visiting for the art, nature, or history, Allerton Park and Retreat Center is a unique way experience them all. Share with your family or friends and introduce them to the Park! Find it on YouTube here. … [Read more...] about Video: “Experience Allerton”

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UPDATED TRAIL GUIDELINES TO ENSURE SOCIAL DISTANCING

April 7, 2020 by Allerton.admin

As we continue to monitor visitation and adherence to social distancing requirements on the South side trails, additional measures to protect visitors, staff, and the community will be implemented, effective immediately: --When trailhead parking lots are full, visitors are asked to come back another time. (See available parking lots on the map, below.) Before traveling to the Park, please be aware that wait time for parking may increase as the weather gets nicer. --The Music Barn area and … [Read more...] about UPDATED TRAIL GUIDELINES TO ENSURE SOCIAL DISTANCING

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LIMITED TRAILS OPEN AT ALLERTON; GARDENS, ROADS, & FACILITIES REMAIN CLOSED

March 27, 2020 by Allerton.admin

UPDATE 4/7, 11am: Find updated trail guidelines to ensure social distancing here. Officials at the University of Illinois and Allerton Park have opened the trails on the South side of Allerton (8am-Sunset). Guests should approach the Main (Allerton Road) Entrance to access the 6 miles of trail, consisting of the Schroth Trail and McDonald Family Trails. The North (Old Timber Road) Entrance and ALL gardens, roads, and facilities on the North side of the Park remain CLOSED to pedestrians and … [Read more...] about LIMITED TRAILS OPEN AT ALLERTON; GARDENS, ROADS, & FACILITIES REMAIN CLOSED

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Spring Flowers Bloom

March 27, 2020 by Allerton.admin

The Park may be temporarily closed, but our need for beauty and connection is more necessary than ever. We would like to share the arrival of Spring with you virtually, watching the woodlands transform in this time of renewal and growth. Check out the blooming florals below!   … [Read more...] about Spring Flowers Bloom

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Allerton Closed To The Public

March 16, 2020 by Allerton.admin

UPDATE (3/27, 10am): Limited trails are open; Gardens, Roads, and Facilities remain closed. Find updated information here. In order to comply with University of Illinois and State of Illinois recommendations for social distancing and limiting travel, Allerton Park and Retreat Center will be closed to the public until further notice. This includes all gardens, trails, roads, and facilities. Although we were hopeful we could remain open, it is our responsibility to do everything we possibly … [Read more...] about Allerton Closed To The Public

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Allerton’s COVID-19 Updates/Closures

March 15, 2020 by Allerton.admin

UPDATE (3/16, 1:15pm): Allerton Park is CLOSED to the public until further notice. See the latest information here. To support social distancing practices and limit the spread of the COVID-19 virus, Allerton has implemented the following precautions: --The Park (gardens and trails) will have limited hours of 8am-6pm. The Visitor Center, Greenhouse Café, and Mansion are closed to the public until further notice. --All Allerton-sponsored public events of any size have been cancelled. View … [Read more...] about Allerton’s COVID-19 Updates/Closures

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Allerton’s COVID-19 Public Event Policy

March 12, 2020 by Allerton.admin

In an email to the Campus community on March 11, the University of Illinois shared their proactive policies to limit the spread of the COVID-19 virus. As part of the University, Allerton will be adopting these policies, which includes cancelling or postponing several events. As of now, a small number of events will remain as scheduled. <UPDATE: As of 3/15, ALL public events have been cancelled until further notice. See the full update here.> You can find the updated event calendar here. … [Read more...] about Allerton’s COVID-19 Public Event Policy

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