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  • (SOLD OUT) The Farms: Art Retreat

    Artists of all levels are invited to experience art in a new way at The Farms: Art Retreat on May 9-11 (Friday, 9 a.m. through Sunday, 3 p.m.) in the […]

  • (SOLD OUT) The Farms: Beginning Weaving II

    Experience Level: Some weaving experience needed Continue your journey into the world of weaving at Beginning Weaving II on Saturday and Sunday, May 10-11 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. in […]

  • Spring Migration Bird Hikes

    McCraw Family Visitor Center 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Join Allerton Natural Areas staff on a unique bird-focused hike each Friday in April and May. As spring migration progresses, the species of birds that can be seen changes almost […]

    Free – $5.00

  • The Farms: Springtime Cyanotype & the Magic of Light

    Experience Level: Beginner Experience camera-less photography and the joy of recording the beauty of nature at Springtime Cyanotype & the Magic of Light on Saturday, May 17 from 2 to […]

  • The Farms: Flower Arranging

    Experience Level: BeginnerLearn how to arrange flowers like a pro at Flower Arranging on Sunday, May 18 from 1 to 2:30 p.m. in The Studio. Gather with friends and friendly folks to […]

  • The Farms: Learn to Spin Yarn

    Experience Level: Beginner Learn the basic mechanics of using a spinning wheel to make your own yarn at Learn to Spin Yarn on Tuesdays, May 20, June 10, July 8 and […]

  • The Farms: Dulcimer Jam Sessions

    Experience Level: All Learn to play as a group and share the joy of playing dulcimer at Dulcimer Jam Session on Saturdays, May 24, June 28 and Aug. 23 from […]

  • (SOLD OUT) The Farms: Making Fresh Mozzarella

    Experience Level: Beginner (ages 15+) Learn about cheese-making at Making Fresh Mozzarella on Tuesday, May 27 and Wednesday, June 11 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in the Mansion Solarium. Instructor […]

  • (SOLD OUT) The Farms: Basket Weaving: The Bees Knees

    Experience Level: Beginner Learn to weave a special basket at Basket Weaving: The Bees Knees on Friday, May 30 from 12 to 4 p.m. in the Greenhouse Auditorium. Instructor Bonnie […]

  • The Farms: Wet Felt Rose

    Experience Level: Beginner Create a keepsake out of locally sourced wool at Wet Felt Rose on Wednesday, June 4 from 1 to 4 p.m. in the Greenhouse Auditorium. Stephanie Block […]

  • The Farms: Horticulture Tour

    Get an in-depth look at the design and horticulture of Allerton’s Formal Gardens during a Horticulture Tour on Saturday, June 7 from 10 to 11 a.m. Meet at the Greenhouse […]

  • The Farms: Full Moon Yoga

    Meet us on the night of the full moon to strengthen your body, mind and spirit at Full Moon Yoga on Thursday, June 12 and Friday, Aug. 8 from 8 […]