Events
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The Farms: Needlefelt Frog
Experience Level: Beginner (All ages; parents/guardians are not required to register with their children, but they are encouraged to be present for those 13 and younger.) Create a unique piece […]
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The Farms: The Resilient Runner
Experience Level: Beginner Learn all about running, from injury prevention and the power of nutrition to race-day preparation and post-race recovery at The Resilient Runner on Mondays, Feb. 2, Feb. […]
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(SOLD OUT) The Farms: Whiskey & Wildlife
Get ready to laugh and learn during a special adult-only live animal show – Whiskey & Wildlife on Thursday, April 23 from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Mansion Library. […]
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The Farms: Improve Your Improv
Experience Level: Beginner Learn the skills of improvisation, including scene creation and team dynamics at Improve Your Improv on Select Thursdays, April 23 through June 18 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. […]
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The Farms: Wildflower Hike
Experience Level: Beginner Join Allerton Natural Areas staff for a Wildflower Hike on Friday, April 24 from 12 to 2 p.m. Meet in the Main Parking Lot. In the spring, […]
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The Farms: Botanical Jewelry
Experience Level: Beginner Learn the art of making a botanical accessory at Botanical Jewelry on Saturday, April 25 from 1 to 4 p.m. in The Studio. Using deeply rooted natural […]
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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 & […]
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The Farms: Advanced Knitting Skills: Entrelac Knitting
Experience Level: Intermediate to Advanced (need to know how to knit and purl) Learn a unique knitting technique at Advanced Knitting Skills: Entrelac on Monday, April 27 from 6 to […]
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The Farms: Intro to Mosaic Art: Picture Frames
Experience Level: Beginner Learn a unique art form at Intro to Mosaic Art: Picture Frames on Wednesday, April 29 from 5 to 8 p.m. in The Studio. Instructor Kari Keller will teach […]
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The Farms: Bluebell Festival presented by Busey Bank
Celebrate spring at the Bluebell Festival presented by Busey Bank on May 1-3! This festive community event will feature our visitor-favorite Plant Sale Fundraiser (May 1-3), Spring Market (May 2), live music, Folk School classes (see schedule below), food, drinks and more! Come for a day or make a weekend of it and stay overnight […]
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Weekend Wind Down presented by Busey Bank: May 1 & 2
We have reserved the Mansion for the public on Friday and Saturday, May 1-2 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. each night, and there will be plenty to see and do at our Bluebell Festival! Visit that event page for […]
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The Farms: Plant Sale Fundraiser
Get ready for gardening season at our annual Plant Sale Fundraiser on May 1-3 on the Gatehouse Lawn. (Friday, May 1, 5-8 p.m.; Saturday, May 2, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday, May 3, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.) Purchase your annuals, herbs, veggies, perennials, natives, arranged hanging baskets, Allerton Bluebells (limited supply!) and more. (Cash or check preferred; credit accepted.) […]




