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  • Summer Yoga

    Summer Yoga
    Fu Dog Garden

    Experience 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 […]

  • The Farms: Quilting 101: Foundation Paper Piecing

    Experience Level: Should be comfortable using a sewing machine Learn a new quilting technique at Quilting 101: Foundation Paper Piecing on Tuesday, July 7 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. in the The Studio.  Students will create complex and colorful geometric patterns and motifs with accuracy using paper. If this isn’t enough fun, instructor Billie Theide will be bringing her […]

  • Public Mansion Tour

    Public Mansion Tours
    The Mansion 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience Level: Beginner Attend one of our Public Mansion Tours* to view inside Robert Allerton’s 1900s-era mansion and hear the unique history of the creation of the estate. Tours typically last 60 minutes and will meet in the Mansion Gallery. Tours will primarily cover the first floor of the home with an optional trip to […]

  • The Farms: Watercolor Travel Journal

    Experience Level: All skill levels  Make your vacation photos into works of art at Watercolor Travel Journal on Friday through Sunday, July 10-12 from 12-4 p.m. in  The Studio.  Instructor Deb Marett will teach the basics of watercolor painting, drawing skills and putting a layout together to create pages in journals that capture memories and turn them into a […]

  • (SOLD OUT) The Farms: Watercolor Travel Journal

    Experience Level: All skill levels  Make your vacation photos into works of art at Watercolor Travel Journal on Friday through Sunday, July 10-12 from 12-4 p.m. in  The Studio.  Instructor Deb Marett will teach the basics of watercolor painting, drawing skills and putting a layout together to create pages in journals that capture memories and turn them into a […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • Summer Yoga

    Summer Yoga
    Fu Dog Garden

    Experience 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • (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! […]