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SUMMARY:Public Mansion Tour
DESCRIPTION:Experience Level: Beginner \nAttend one of our Public Mansion Tours* to view inside Robert Allerton’s 1900s-era mansion and hear the unique history of the creation of the estate. \nTours typically last 60 minutes and will meet in the Mansion Gallery. Tours will primarily cover the first floor of the home with an optional trip to the second and third floors when available. \n$15/person. Register here. All sales are final. \n*2026 tour dates:\n— Sunday\, Jan. 11\, 2-3 p.m.\n— Saturday\, Jan. 31\, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. SOLD OUT\n— Sunday\, Feb. 8\, 2-3 p.m.\n— Saturday\, Feb. 21\, 4-5 p.m.\n— Friday\, Feb. 27\, 4-5 p.m.\n— Sunday\, March 1\, 2-3 p.m.\n— Saturday\, March 14\, 10-11 a.m.\n— Sunday\, March 29\, 2-3 p.m.\n— Friday\, April 17\, 4-5 p.m.\n— Sunday\, April 26\, 2-3 p.m.\n— Sunday\, May 24\, 2-3 p.m.\n— Sunday\, June 14\, 2-3 p.m.\n— Sunday\, Aug. 16\, 2-3 p.m.\n— Sunday\, Sept. 13\, 2-3 p.m.\n— Sunday\, Sept. 27\, 2-3 p.m.\n— Sunday\, Oct. 11\, 1-2 p.m.\n— Sunday\, Nov. 1\, 1-2 p.m. \n\nIf you will need disability-related accommodations to participate\, please email Sarah at sputman2@illinois.edu.  \nBy attending\, you consent to your image being used in Allerton marketing\, social media and publications. Please alert the photographer or videographer if you do not want your image taken.
URL:https://allerton.illinois.edu/event/public-mansion-tours/
LOCATION:The Mansion\, 515 Old Timber Road\, Monticello\, IL\, 61856\, United States
CATEGORIES:The Farms,Tours/Hikes
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SUMMARY:The Farms: Intro to Pastel Painting
DESCRIPTION:Experience Level: Beginner (Ages 12+)  \nLearn about soft pastels and ways to use them through basic mark-making techniques at Introduction to Pastel Painting on Sunday\, July 12 from 1-4 p.m. in the Mansion Library.  \nAward-winning artist Mandy Roeing will help students learn about pastels and paint to create a simple still life to take home. More than just a one-time painting project\, this class is intended to give you basic pastel painting skills and knowledge that you can build on to continue creating.  \n$85/person (Ages 12+; Ages 12-15 should be accompanied by a registered adult.) Register here. Registration will close on July 9 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final.  \nLearn more about the space where your course will take place here. If you will need disability-related accommodations to participate\, please email owarren@illinois.edu. \nBy attending\, you consent to your image being used in Allerton marketing\, social media and publications. Please alert the photographer or videographer if you do not want your image taken. \nAbout the Instructor \nAward-winning artist Mandy Roeing resides in Downs with her husband and their two daughters. Inspired by the beauty and tranquility of nature\, Roeing creates color-filled landscapes and beachscapes that go beyond representation to capture the emotion of a place.  \nAll of Roeing’s paintings are done in soft pastels\, a beautiful and versatile medium that she is passionate about sharing with others through both her work and classes. She is an instructor at the McLean County Arts Center and the Peninsula School of Art and holds regular classes in painting and drawing at her own studio and gallery space in downtown Bloomington.  \nMandy earned her BFA in Studio Art from the University of North Carolina in 2004. She is the Vice President of the Illinois Prairie Pastel Society and an active member of the Peoria Art Guild. Her work has been published in The Pastel Journal magazine and the IAPS Globe and is in numerous private collections throughout the country and abroad.  \nAbout The Farms \nThe Farms: An Allerton Folk School\, offers classes\, workshops\, and gatherings focusing on art\, outdoor education\, science\, storytelling\, and wellness. All experiences value hands-on\, experiential teaching and learning\, and are facilitated by and for the members of the community. \nFind the complete Summer schedule here.
URL:https://allerton.illinois.edu/event/the-farms-intro-to-pastel-painting-2/
CATEGORIES:The Farms
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SUMMARY:The Farms: Mansion Tour By Kids\, For Kids
DESCRIPTION:Curious children of all ages are welcome to explore and learn at our Mansion Tour By Kids\, For Kids on Sunday\, July 12 from 2-3 p.m in the Mansion.\nThis tour is designed with youth in mind as our talented kid volunteer leads the way\, pointing out art and sharing the history of the Allerton estate.\n$7.50/child (up to age 18). (A parent/guardian should register and accompany youth participants). Register here. Registration will close July 11 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final. \nLearn more about the space where your course will take place here. If you will need disability-related accommodations to participate\, please email Sarah at sputman2@illinois.edu.\nBy attending\, you consent to your image being used in Allerton marketing\, social media and publications. Please alert the photographer or videographer if you do not want your image taken. \nThe Farms: An Allerton Folk School\, offers classes\, workshops\, and gatherings focusing on art\, outdoor education\, science\, storytelling\, and wellness. All experiences value hands-on\, experiential teaching and learning\, and are facilitated by and for the members of the community.\nFind the complete Summer schedule here.\n 
URL:https://allerton.illinois.edu/event/the-farms-mansion-tour-by-kids-for-kids/
CATEGORIES:The Farms,Tours/Hikes,Youth Programs
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SUMMARY:(SOLD OUT) The Farms: Art Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Artists of all levels are invited to experience art in a new way at our Art Retreat on July 17-19 (Friday\, 9 a.m. through Sunday\, 3 p.m.) in the Mansion. Get creative and learn something new in a wide variety of workshops by choosing what appeals to you\, including watercolor\, printmaking\, drawing\, Ikebana\, and more! See the full schedule (subject to change) here .\nThere will also be plenty of downtime to relax and enjoy the company of fellow art lovers over food and drink. (Including enjoying the art of music – bring your favorite instrument if you have one for impromptu jam sessions!)\nRegistration includes all materials and meals* (Friday lunch through Sunday breakfast). A bar will be available Friday and Saturday evenings.\nThis memorable weekend is a great opportunity to spend quality time with a special family member\, gather a group of friends to inspire each other\, or recharge with a solo getaway. Art Educators can earn up to 13 professional development hours (PDH)!\n$375/person. Register here. Registration will close July 3 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final.\nRetreat participants can also stay overnight in the Mansion or other guesthouse for a discounted rate of $100/night. View rooms here and make your reservation by calling 217-333-3287.\n*If you have any dietary restrictions\, please indicate it at the time of registration or email Olivia at owarren@illinois.edu by July 10. \nIf you will need disability-related accommodations to participate\, please email Olivia at owarren@illinois.edu.\nBy attending\, you consent to your image being used in Allerton marketing\, social media and publications. Please alert the photographer or videographer if you do not want your image taken. \nAbout The Farms\nThe Farms: An Allerton Folk School\, offers classes\, workshops\, and gatherings focusing on art\, outdoor education\, science\, storytelling\, and wellness. All experiences value hands-on\, experiential teaching and learning\, and are facilitated by and for the members of the community.\nFind the complete Summer schedule here.
URL:https://allerton.illinois.edu/event/sold-out-the-farms-art-retreat-2/
CATEGORIES:Retreats,The Farms
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SUMMARY:(SOLD OUT) Fairytale Tea
DESCRIPTION:You are cordially invited to the merry and magical land of Allerton for a fanciful Fairytale Tea on Sunday\, July 26 from 1-3 p.m. in the Mansion.\nThis enchanting afternoon will whisk you away to another time and place as you enjoy a variety of treats and tea*. The elegant Allerton Mansion is the perfect place for all ages to play pretend and revel in the legacies and lore of yesteryear!\n*Menu:\nEnglish Layered Cheese Sandwich\nCucumber & Cream Cheese Pinwheels\nFruit Skewers\nMini Earl Grey Cupcakes\nMini Brownie Bites with Chantilly Cream\nMacarons\nStrawberry Tea (served cold)\nFairy/princess/prince/mythological creature dress is requested\, but not required.\n$30/person. Register here. Registration will close July 5 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final. \nIf you will need disability-related accommodations to participate\, please email Kirstin at mindiola@illinois.edu.\nBy attending\, you consent to your image being used in Allerton marketing\, social media and publications. Please alert the photographer or videographer if you do not want your image taken. \n 
URL:https://allerton.illinois.edu/event/sold-out-fairytale-tea/
CATEGORIES:Food & Drink,Special Events
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