The Farms
Events for September 19, 2026
Formal Garden Tours
Greenhouse Café Patio 515 Old Timber Road, MonticelloAttend one of our Formal Garden Tours*, where you can experience the beauty of Allerton’s formal gardens and learn the history of the estate, created between 1899 and 1946 by Robert and John Gregg Allerton. Tours typically last 60 minutes and will meet on the Greenhouse Patio. Tours will continue in a light drizzle. In […]
(SOLD OUT) Beginning Weaving I (Midday)
Greenhouse Auditorium 515 Old Timber Road, MonticelloExperience Level: Beginner Learn the basics of working with a loom at Beginning Weaving I (Midday) on Saturday, Sept. 12 through October 10 from 10:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. in the Greenhouse Auditorium. This 5-week class led by Sharon Bowles will encompass all aspects of beginner weaving as students create a table runner. Students will become familiar with weaving terminology, parts of the loom, figuring the weaving […]
10th Annual Family Campout
Get ready for an unforgettable adventure at our 10th Annual Family Campout on Saturday, Sept. 19-Sunday, Sept. 20. This hassle-free camping experience includes the rare chance to camp overnight at Allerton! In addition to campfire s’mores and stories, we have a wide variety of optional activities to learn from experts and explore the great outdoors […]
Arboretum Dahlia Flower Arranging
Experience Level: All skill levels (ages 16+) Learn how to arrange flowers like a pro at Arboretum Dahlia Flower Arranging on Saturday, Sept. 19 from 2-3:30 p.m. in the Arboretum Shed located at 2302 South Lincoln Avenue in Urbana. Delight Flower Farm welcomes friends & friendly folks to learn about a variety of fall flowers […]
Beginning Weaving I (Afternoon)
Greenhouse Auditorium 515 Old Timber Road, MonticelloExperience Level: Beginner Learn the basics of working with a loom at Beginning Weaving I (Afternoon) on Saturday, Sept. 12 through Oct. 10 from 2–5 p.m. in the Greenhouse Auditorium. This 5-week class led by Sharon Bowles will encompass all aspects of beginner weaving as students create a table runner. Students will become familiar with weaving terminology, parts of […]
