Events
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Reds, Whites, & the Blues
Continue the Independence Day celebration at Reds, Whites, & the Blues on Friday, July 10 from 6-9 p.m. on the Gatehouse Lawn. This outdoor concert will feature area blues stylist Billy Galt & the Blues Deacons opening for Andrew Duncanson & Take A Ride featuring Michael Peloquin. The event is part of the Allerton Park Concert Series presented by Cim-Tek […]
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The Farms: Intro to Pastel Painting
Experience Level: Beginner (Ages 12+) Learn 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. Award-winning artist Mandy Roeing will help students learn about pastels and paint to create a simple still life to take home. More than just […]
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The Farms: Mansion Tour By Kids, For Kids
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. This 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 […]
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SUMMER DAY CAMP: Crafty Creations presented by Busey Bank
Creating takes a crafty turn in this hobby arts-themed week of camp! No fine arts at Summer Day Camp: Crafty Creations on July 13-17 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. – only the classic crafts of childhood: tie dye, recycled art, beading, paper crafts, and more. Campers will enjoy water activities, gardening, reading, drawing with sidewalk […]
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Summer Yoga
Fu Dog GardenExperience Level: All Levels Enjoy the peaceful, serene atmosphere of Allerton as it provides the perfect setting for Summer Yoga every Tuesday in June, July and August from 9-10 a.m. in the Fu Dog Garden: June 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 July 7, 14, 21, 28 Aug. 4, 11, 18, 25 Instructor Josie Heck with […]
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The Farms: Wet Felt Bowls & Vessels
Experience level: Beginner (Ages 18+) Are you a beginner, or interested in refining your wet felting skills? Join us for Wet Felt Bowls and Vessels on Wednesday, Nov. 11 from 12-4 p.m. in the Mansion Carriage House. Instructor Billie Theirde will teach students to transform wool into art as they use a resist to wet felt into a […]
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(SOLD OUT) The Farms: Art Retreat
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! […]
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The Farms: Basket Weaving: Long Way Home
Experience Level: All Levels Learn the basics of weaving and take home a basket at Basket Weaving: Long Way Home on Friday, July 17 from 10 a.m-4 p.m. in The Studio. Instructor Bonnie Rideout will lead students in laying out a woven, filled base and instruct students in twining, triple twining, and experimenting with creativity. Accent […]
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Beehive Observation
The StudioExperience Level: Beginner Get a first-hand look at how honey bees manage hive activity at Beehive Observation on Sundays, April 12 & 26, May 10 & 24, June 7 & 21, July 5 & 19, Aug. 2, 16 & 30 and Sept. 13 & 27 from 1 to 3 p.m. in The Studio and outside […]
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SUMMER DAY CAMP: Jammin’ Together presented by Busey Bank
Music and sound are the focus of Summer Day Camp: Jammin’ Together on July 20-24 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. The natural environment at the Allerton provides so many opportunities to experience sound in ways that inspire the best music. Let’s join the chorus of crickets and jam together! Campers will enjoy water activities, […]
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Summer Yoga
Fu Dog GardenExperience Level: All Levels Enjoy the peaceful, serene atmosphere of Allerton as it provides the perfect setting for Summer Yoga every Tuesday in June, July and August from 9-10 a.m. in the Fu Dog Garden: June 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 July 7, 14, 21, 28 Aug. 4, 11, 18, 25 Instructor Josie Heck with […]
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(SOLD OUT) The Farms: Lovely Lavender
Experience Level: Beginner Enjoy all things lavender and make relaxing lavender products at Lovely Lavender on Wednesday, July 22 from 6-8 p.m. in the Evergreen Lodge. Instructor Julie Lauper will lead students in a calming lavender workshop. Start with snacking on some lavender bread and lavender ice cream while drinking lavender lemonade, coffee or chai. Then, […]
