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  • Holiday Radiance: Watercolor Workshop

    Studio 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience Level: All Skill Levels (Ages 15+; parents/guardians are not required to register with their children, but all minors must have a parent/guardian on-site.) Celebrate the beginning of the holiday season by painting a beautiful ornament at the Holiday Radiance: Watercolor Workshop on Friday, Nov. 6 from 6-9 p.m. in The Studio. In this relaxed […]

  • Traditional Christmas Fruitcakes

    Carriage House 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience Level: Beginner (ages 18+) Join us for a hands-on baking experience and leave with everything you need to bake a homemade fruitcake to share with family and friends this holiday season at Traditional Christmas Fruitcakes on Thursday, Nov. 12 from 6-8 p.m. in the Carriage House. In this class, participants will learn about the […]

  • Woodcarving Basics: Holiday Ornaments

    Studio 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience Level: Beginner Curious how to whittle or carve in the round? Join us for Woodcarving Basics: Holiday Ornaments on Saturday, Nov. 21 from 1-5 p.m. in The Studio. Instructor Lou Ann Koebel will share safety protocol and the three basic wood carving cuts as she leads students in creating a small holiday ornament. Students […]

  • Holiday Wreath Making Workshop

    Holiday Wreath Making Workshop
    Carriage House 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience Level: Beginner Experience the joys of the season at Wreath Making on Wednesday, Dec. 2 or Thursday, Dec. 3 from 6-7:30 p.m. in the Mansion Carriage House. (Each date covers the same material.) Maggie Taylor of Delight Flower Farm will share basic wreath building and design techniques to help students craft a unique, seasonal decoration. Students will […]

  • Holiday Wreath Making Workshop

    Holiday Wreath Making Workshop
    Carriage House 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience Level: Beginner Experience the joys of the season at Wreath Making on Wednesday, Dec. 2 or Thursday, Dec. 3 from 6-7:30 p.m. in the Mansion Carriage House. (Each date covers the same material.) Maggie Taylor of Delight Flower Farm will share basic wreath building and design techniques to help students craft a unique, seasonal decoration. Students will […]

  • Holiday Showcase presented by Sterling Wealth Management (Friday)

    Mansion 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Shop, eat, drink – and be merry! — at the Holiday Showcase presented by Sterling Wealth Management on Friday, December 4 from 5-9 p.m.! Grab a drink from the Solarium Bar and stroll through the decorated Mansion as you shop from specially selected artisans and businesses. Stop by the Carriage House for natural-ornament making with the […]

  • Holiday Opening Weekend

    Holiday Opening Weekend

    Celebrate the season at our Holiday Opening Weekend, with a variety of festive fun happening Friday, Dec. 4 through Sunday, Dec. 6! Shop from local vendors at the Holiday Showcase presented by Sterling Wealth Management, stroll through the illuminated gardens and woodlands of Holiday GLOW presented by the U of I Community Credit Union, enjoy […]

  • (SOLD OUT) Carriage Rides presented by Busey Bank

    Carriage Rides presented by Busey Bank
    Mansion Courtyard

    Take a ride in our winter wonderland at Carriage Rides presented by Busey Bank on Saturday, Dec. 5 and Sunday, Dec. 6 from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. each day. Merrybeth Farm Carriage Service’s picturesque horse-drawn carriage will depart every 15 minutes from the Mansion Courtyard to take you on a ride through the tree- and garden-lined roadways of Allerton that […]

  • Holiday Showcase presented by Sterling Wealth Management (Saturday)

    Mansion 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Make the most of the season with an afternoon at Allerton during our Holiday Showcase presented by Sterling Wealth Management on Saturday, Dec. 6 from 12-8 p.m. in the Mansion! Shop for unique gifts from selected artisans and businesses as you stroll through the decorated Mansion and sip on a beverage from the Solarium Bar. […]

  • Holiday Opening Weekend

    Holiday Opening Weekend

    Celebrate the season at our Holiday Opening Weekend, with a variety of festive fun happening Friday, Dec. 4 through Sunday, Dec. 6! Shop from local vendors at the Holiday Showcase presented by Sterling Wealth Management, stroll through the illuminated gardens and woodlands of Holiday GLOW presented by the U of I Community Credit Union, enjoy […]

  • (SOLD OUT) Carriage Rides presented by Busey Bank

    Carriage Rides presented by Busey Bank
    Mansion Courtyard

    Take a ride in our winter wonderland at Carriage Rides presented by Busey Bank on Saturday, Dec. 5 and Sunday, Dec. 6 from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. each day. Merrybeth Farm Carriage Service’s picturesque horse-drawn carriage will depart every 15 minutes from the Mansion Courtyard to take you on a ride through the tree- and garden-lined roadways of Allerton that […]

  • Holiday Showcase presented by Sterling Wealth Management (Sunday)

    Mansion 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Slow down and savor the season with a Sunday outing to the Holiday Showcase presented by Sterling Wealth Management on Sunday, Dec. 7 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Mansion! Shop for unique gifts from selected artisans and businesses as you stroll through the decorated Mansion and sip on a beverage from the Solarium […]

  • Holiday Opening Weekend

    Holiday Opening Weekend

    Celebrate the season at our Holiday Opening Weekend, with a variety of festive fun happening Friday, Dec. 4 through Sunday, Dec. 6! Shop from local vendors at the Holiday Showcase presented by Sterling Wealth Management, stroll through the illuminated gardens and woodlands of Holiday GLOW presented by the U of I Community Credit Union, enjoy […]

  • Sewing Simple Gifts

    Studio 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience Level: Beginner (must know how to use a sewing machine); ages 18+ Spend a delightful afternoon stitching your way to a handmade holiday at Sewing Simple Gifts on Sunday, December 6 from 1-5 p.m. in the Studio. Led by instructor Jennie Ingram, students will create three beautiful items perfect for holiday gifting: a pen […]

  • Holiday GLOW presented by the U of I Community Credit Union

    Holiday GLOW

    Make memories with a magical stroll through Holiday GLOW presented by U of I Community Credit Union from 5-9 p.m. on December 6-20, 22-23, and 26-31*! This visitor-favorite event invites guests of all ages to slow down during the holiday season as they take in fresh night air and enjoy the serene beauty of winter. […]

  • Holiday History Night

    Mansion 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Beginner; all ages (all minors must have a parent/guardian on-site) Step into a world of festive elegance at this open-house style Holiday History Night on Monday Dec. 7 from 5-7 p.m. at the Mansion. Experience the magic of the Allerton Mansion bejeweled with over 40 twinkling trees as you move throughout the first […]

  • Holiday GLOW presented by the U of I Community Credit Union

    Holiday GLOW

    Make memories with a magical stroll through Holiday GLOW presented by U of I Community Credit Union from 5-9 p.m. on December 6-20, 22-23, and 26-31*! This visitor-favorite event invites guests of all ages to slow down during the holiday season as they take in fresh night air and enjoy the serene beauty of winter. […]

  • Mixed Media Holiday Cards

    Studio 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience Level: Beginner; ages 14+ (Parents/Guardians are not required to register with their children, but all minors must have a parent/guardian on-site) Create personalized, one-of-a-kind cards to send to your friends and loved ones during the holiday season at Mixed Media Holiday Cards on Tuesday, December 8 from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. in the Studio. Instructor […]

  • Holiday GLOW presented by the U of I Community Credit Union

    Holiday GLOW

    Make memories with a magical stroll through Holiday GLOW presented by U of I Community Credit Union from 5-9 p.m. on December 6-20, 22-23, and 26-31*! This visitor-favorite event invites guests of all ages to slow down during the holiday season as they take in fresh night air and enjoy the serene beauty of winter. […]

  • Holiday GLOW presented by the U of I Community Credit Union

    Holiday GLOW

    Make memories with a magical stroll through Holiday GLOW presented by U of I Community Credit Union from 5-9 p.m. on December 6-20, 22-23, and 26-31*! This visitor-favorite event invites guests of all ages to slow down during the holiday season as they take in fresh night air and enjoy the serene beauty of winter. […]

  • A Victorian Holiday Soiree

    The Library 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: All skill levels Step back in time and celebrate the season with easy-to-learn dances at a Victorian Christmas Soirée on Wednesday, Dec. 9 from 6-8 p.m. in the Mansion Library. Instructor Jeanette Watts will lead students in period dances perfect for beginners and seasoned dancers alike. Students are encouraged to mingle with fellow […]

  • Holiday Mansion Tours

    Holiday Mansion Tours
    Mansion 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Beginner; all ages (all minors must have a parent/guardian on-site or a signed participant waiver) Come see the Mansion shine in all its holiday splendor at our Holiday Mansion Tours on Thursday, Dec. 10 (5 p.m. or 6 p.m) or Sunday Dec. 20 at 1 p.m. Enjoy the twinkle from more than 40 […]

  • Holiday GLOW presented by the U of I Community Credit Union

    Holiday GLOW

    Make memories with a magical stroll through Holiday GLOW presented by U of I Community Credit Union from 5-9 p.m. on December 6-20, 22-23, and 26-31*! This visitor-favorite event invites guests of all ages to slow down during the holiday season as they take in fresh night air and enjoy the serene beauty of winter. […]

  • Intro to Stained Glass: Christmas Tree

    Studio 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Beginner; ages 18+  Join us for a fun and creative in-person experience at Intro to Stained Glass: Christmas Tree on Thursday, December 10 from 5:30-9 p.m. in the Studio. Instructor Kari Keller will teach students how to craft a festive stained glass suncatcher from start to finish. Students will learn the basics of […]

  • Holiday Mansion Tours

    Holiday Mansion Tours
    Mansion 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Beginner; all ages (all minors must have a parent/guardian on-site or a signed participant waiver) Come see the Mansion shine in all its holiday splendor at our Holiday Mansion Tours on Thursday, Dec. 10 (5 p.m. or 6 p.m) or Sunday Dec. 20 at 1 p.m. Enjoy the twinkle from more than 40 […]

  • Holiday GLOW presented by the U of I Community Credit Union

    Holiday GLOW

    Make memories with a magical stroll through Holiday GLOW presented by U of I Community Credit Union from 5-9 p.m. on December 6-20, 22-23, and 26-31*! This visitor-favorite event invites guests of all ages to slow down during the holiday season as they take in fresh night air and enjoy the serene beauty of winter. […]

  • Woodcarving Basics: Holiday Ornaments

    Greenhouse Auditorium 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Beginner; ages 18+ Learn how to whittle or carve in the round at Woodcarving Basics: Holiday Ornaments on Saturday, December 12 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. in the Greenhouse Auditorium. Taught by instructor Lou Ann Koebel, making a small holiday ornament is a fun way to learn the how to safely use a carving […]

  • Merry & Bright Reindeer: Watercolor Workshop

    Studio 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: All skill levels; ages 15+ (all minors must have a parent/guardian on-site or a signed participant waiver) Enjoy a cozy afternoon of watercolor and holiday cheer at Merry & Bright Reindeer: Watercolor Workshop on Saturday, December 12 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. in the Studio. Instructor Emily Tackitt will guide students on combining the […]

  • Holiday GLOW presented by the U of I Community Credit Union

    Holiday GLOW

    Make memories with a magical stroll through Holiday GLOW presented by U of I Community Credit Union from 5-9 p.m. on December 6-20, 22-23, and 26-31*! This visitor-favorite event invites guests of all ages to slow down during the holiday season as they take in fresh night air and enjoy the serene beauty of winter. […]

  • (SOLD OUT) Holiday Affair presented by Busey Bank

    Mansion 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Get in the holiday spirit with an elegant evening in the Mansion at Holiday Affair presented by Busey Bank on Saturday, December 12 from 5-10 p.m. Enjoy a welcome glass of champagne, cash bar, and passed hors d’oeuvres as you mingle and meander through the Mansion. Dinner will be served at 6 p.m. and includes complimentary wine […]

  • Carriage Rides

    Mansion Courtyard

    Take a ride in our winter wonderland during Carriage Rides on Sunday, December 13 from 12-5 p.m.  Merrybeth Farm Carriage Service’s picturesque horse-drawn carriage will depart every 15 minutes from the Mansion Courtyard to take you on a ride through the tree- and garden-lined roadways of Allerton that are a sight to behold during the holiday […]

  • Sensory Hour Sweets with Santa presented by Lighthouse Autism Center

    Mansion 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience the magic of the Allerton Mansion in a quieter environment with a smaller crowd at Sensory Hour Sweets with Santa presented by Lighthouse Autism Center on Sunday, Dec. 13 from 12:30-1:30 p.m. in the Mansion. Children will have the chance to chat and get their picture with Santa, hear a story from Mrs. Claus, […]

  • Sweets With Santa presented by State Bank of Bement

    Mansion 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience the magic of the Allerton Mansion* — and Santa! — at Sweets with Santa presented by State Bank of Bement on Sunday, Dec. 13 from 2-5 p.m. in the Mansion. Children will have a chance to chat and get their picture with Santa, read a story with Mrs. Claus, create their own crafts and […]

  • Holiday GLOW presented by the U of I Community Credit Union

    Holiday GLOW

    Make memories with a magical stroll through Holiday GLOW presented by U of I Community Credit Union from 5-9 p.m. on December 6-20, 22-23, and 26-31*! This visitor-favorite event invites guests of all ages to slow down during the holiday season as they take in fresh night air and enjoy the serene beauty of winter. […]

  • Holiday GLOW presented by the U of I Community Credit Union

    Holiday GLOW

    Make memories with a magical stroll through Holiday GLOW presented by U of I Community Credit Union from 5-9 p.m. on December 6-20, 22-23, and 26-31*! This visitor-favorite event invites guests of all ages to slow down during the holiday season as they take in fresh night air and enjoy the serene beauty of winter. […]

  • Holiday GLOW presented by the U of I Community Credit Union

    Holiday GLOW

    Make memories with a magical stroll through Holiday GLOW presented by U of I Community Credit Union from 5-9 p.m. on December 6-20, 22-23, and 26-31*! This visitor-favorite event invites guests of all ages to slow down during the holiday season as they take in fresh night air and enjoy the serene beauty of winter. […]

  • Holiday GLOW presented by the U of I Community Credit Union

    Holiday GLOW

    Make memories with a magical stroll through Holiday GLOW presented by U of I Community Credit Union from 5-9 p.m. on December 6-20, 22-23, and 26-31*! This visitor-favorite event invites guests of all ages to slow down during the holiday season as they take in fresh night air and enjoy the serene beauty of winter. […]

  • Knitted Ornaments

    Studio 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Intermediate (students should have experience knitting, purling, casting on & off, and reading basic knitting instruction); ages 16+ Learn to make a festive miniature Christmas stocking at Knitted Ornaments on Wednesday, December 16 from 6-8 p.m. in the Studio. Led by Charlie Rainbow Wolf, students will cast on their yarn to make miniature Christmas […]

  • Holiday GLOW presented by the U of I Community Credit Union

    Holiday GLOW

    Make memories with a magical stroll through Holiday GLOW presented by U of I Community Credit Union from 5-9 p.m. on December 6-20, 22-23, and 26-31*! This visitor-favorite event invites guests of all ages to slow down during the holiday season as they take in fresh night air and enjoy the serene beauty of winter. […]

  • Holiday GLOW presented by the U of I Community Credit Union

    Holiday GLOW

    Make memories with a magical stroll through Holiday GLOW presented by U of I Community Credit Union from 5-9 p.m. on December 6-20, 22-23, and 26-31*! This visitor-favorite event invites guests of all ages to slow down during the holiday season as they take in fresh night air and enjoy the serene beauty of winter. […]

  • Winter Market

    Winter Market
    Mansion 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Do some holiday shopping, support local makers, and learn about Allerton’s folk school at The Farms: Winter Market on Friday and Saturday, Dec. 18-19 from 5-9 p.m. in the Mansion. Besides selling their handmade creations, instructors from The Farms folk school will share information about their craft and do informal demonstrations. Both evenings will include […]

  • Weekend Wind Down presented by Busey Bank: Dec. 18 & 19

    Weekend Wind Down

    We have reserved the Mansion for the public on Friday, December 18 and Saturday, December 19 so that you can Wind Down and take in the lovely ambiance of Allerton! The Solarium Bar will be open from 5-10 p.m., and the Winter Market (5-9 p.m.) will feature local makers selling their handmade creations and doing informal […]

  • Merry Mimosa Brunch

    Carriage House 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    'Tis the season to be merry! And it's sure to be a joyful morning at our Merry Mimosa Brunch on Saturday, December 19 from 10-11:30 a.m. in the Mansion Carriage […]

  • Holiday GLOW presented by the U of I Community Credit Union

    Holiday GLOW

    Make memories with a magical stroll through Holiday GLOW presented by U of I Community Credit Union from 5-9 p.m. on December 6-20, 22-23, and 26-31*! This visitor-favorite event invites guests of all ages to slow down during the holiday season as they take in fresh night air and enjoy the serene beauty of winter. […]

  • Winter Market

    Winter Market
    Mansion 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Do some holiday shopping, support local makers, and learn about Allerton’s folk school at The Farms: Winter Market on Friday and Saturday, Dec. 18-19 from 5-9 p.m. in the Mansion. Besides selling their handmade creations, instructors from The Farms folk school will share information about their craft and do informal demonstrations. Both evenings will include […]

  • Holiday Mansion Tours

    Holiday Mansion Tours
    Mansion 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Beginner; all ages (all minors must have a parent/guardian on-site or a signed participant waiver) Come see the Mansion shine in all its holiday splendor at our Holiday Mansion Tours on Thursday, Dec. 10 (5 p.m. or 6 p.m) or Sunday Dec. 20 at 1 p.m. Enjoy the twinkle from more than 40 […]

  • Holiday GLOW presented by the U of I Community Credit Union

    Holiday GLOW

    Make memories with a magical stroll through Holiday GLOW presented by U of I Community Credit Union from 5-9 p.m. on December 6-20, 22-23, and 26-31*! This visitor-favorite event invites guests of all ages to slow down during the holiday season as they take in fresh night air and enjoy the serene beauty of winter. […]

  • Weekend Wind Down presented by Busey Bank: Dec. 20

    We have reserved the Mansion for the public on Sunday, December 20 so that you can Wind Down and take in the lovely ambiance of Allerton! The first floor of the Mansion will be open from 5-10 p.m., all decked out with holiday decor! We recommend strolling through Holiday GLOW and visiting the outdoor bar and food […]

  • Holiday GLOW presented by the U of I Community Credit Union

    Holiday GLOW

    Make memories with a magical stroll through Holiday GLOW presented by U of I Community Credit Union from 5-9 p.m. on December 6-20, 22-23, and 26-31*! This visitor-favorite event invites guests of all ages to slow down during the holiday season as they take in fresh night air and enjoy the serene beauty of winter. […]

  • Winter Solstice Bonfire

    The Meadow Monticello, IL, United States

    Join us to celebrate the “shortest day of the year” at the Winter Solstice Bonfire on Monday, December 21 from 5-9 p.m. in the Allerton Meadow! Allerton hosted its first "Winter Solstice Walk" in 2017, inviting participants to warm-up by a small campfire after a short hike. Since then, the Solstice Bonfire has grown into […]

  • Holiday GLOW presented by the U of I Community Credit Union

    Holiday GLOW

    Make memories with a magical stroll through Holiday GLOW presented by U of I Community Credit Union from 5-9 p.m. on December 6-20, 22-23, and 26-31*! This visitor-favorite event invites guests of all ages to slow down during the holiday season as they take in fresh night air and enjoy the serene beauty of winter. […]

  • Holiday GLOW presented by the U of I Community Credit Union

    Holiday GLOW

    Make memories with a magical stroll through Holiday GLOW presented by U of I Community Credit Union from 5-9 p.m. on December 6-20, 22-23, and 26-31*! This visitor-favorite event invites guests of all ages to slow down during the holiday season as they take in fresh night air and enjoy the serene beauty of winter. […]