The Farms: History Happy Hour: Before the Allertons

Have you ever wondered who lived on the land that now makes up Allerton Park prior to the Allerton family? Learn more about the prehistory and early history of the area at a special, increased capacity History Happy Hour: Before the Allertons on Thursday, March 6 from 5 to 6 p.m. in the Mansion Library.

University of Illinois archaeologist Brian Adams will speak about the Native Americans and early settlers who lived on the land that is now Allerton and highlight the sites of archaeological significance within the Park’s borders, including pre-contact burial mounds and the Frontier Cemeteries.

A cash bar will be available.

$5/person. Register here. All sales are final.

Learn more about the space where your course will take place here. If you will need disability-related accommodations in order to participate, please email sputman2@illinois.edu.

By 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.

About the instructor

Brian Adams is an Associate Research Scientist in Archaeology at the Illinois State Archaeological Survey, Prairie Research Institute. Adams has conducted archaeological research all over the State of Illinois — including at Allerton Park — as well as around the world.

He is also active in local historic preservation efforts and has successfully nominated historic buildings for local landmark status as well as inclusion on the National Register of Historic Places.

About The Farms

The Farms: An Allerton Folk School, offers classes, workshops, and gatherings focusing on art, health & wellness, history, nature & outdoor education, or science. All experiences value hands-on, experiential teaching and learning, and are facilitated by and for the members of the community.

See the complete Spring Session schedule here.