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  • Hike ALLerton

    Challenge yourself, explore new areas, and get motivated to get outside with our third annual Hike ALLerton program happening from now until December 31, 2026! Register by Wednesday, April 15 […]

  • The Farms: Winter Bird Hikes

    Experience Level: BeginnersJoin Allerton Natural Areas staff for Winter Bird Hikes on Fridays, Jan. 3, Feb. 7 and March 7 from 9 to 11 a.m. Meet in the Main Parking Lot. If the starting location changes, participants will receive an email the day before. New location information will also be posted on the Allerton Park […]

  • The Farms: Hot Chocolate Hikes

    Experience Level: Beginner Get the kids outside this winter at Hot Chocolate Hikes on Jan. 15, Feb. 5 and March 4. See below for times and meeting locations. Children* and […]

  • (SOLD OUT) The Farms: Basket Weaving: Back to Basics

    Experience Level: Beginner Learn the process of weaving at Basket Weaving: Back to Basics on Saturday, Jan. 18 from 12 to 4 p.m. in the Greenhouse Auditorium. At this hands-on […]

  • The Farms: Dances of the Gilded Age

    Experience Level: Beginner Step back in time with turn-of-the-century dances at Dances of the Gilded Age on Mondays, Jan. 27 through March 3 from 6 to 8 p.m. in the […]

  • The Farms: Community Yoga

    Experience Level: Beginner Connect with your body in a peaceful environment during one of our winter 2025 Community Yoga classes on Wednesdays, Jan. 29, Feb. 5, March 5 and April 9 […]

  • Weekend Wind Down — Jan. 31-Feb. 2

    While lodging is available throughout the year based on availability, you can now plan ahead, book a room and get away for a weekend. Spend the night in the Mansion […]

  • The Farms: Talking & Tasting: An Intro to Wines of the World

    Experience Level: Beginner Take an enchanting journey through domestic and international vineyards with wine educator Mike Lee at Talking & Tasting Wines: An Intro to Wines of the World on Fridays, Jan. […]

  • (SOLD OUT) The Farms: Granny Squares

    Experience Level: Beginner Learn about crocheting at Granny Squares on Saturday, Feb. 1 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in The Studio. In this workshop led by fiber artist Billie Theide, students will learn the basics of crochet, create basic stitches, change colors, read work, fix mistakes and bind off. No previous experience is required. $75/person* (Ages 13+; 13-17-year-olds must […]

  • The Farms: Silent Book Club

    Need a good place to relax and concentrate on your latest read? Then swing out to the Mansion for our Silent Book Club from 5 to 8 p.m. on select […]

  • (SOLD OUT) The Farms: Barn Quilt Painting (February)

    Experience Level: Beginner No barn? No problem! Join the barn quilt movement by creating your own painted quilt block to use on the inside or outside of your home at Barn […]

  • (SOLD OUT) The Farms: Link it! Chainmaille Jewelry

    Experience Level: Beginner Learn how to use the pattern originally used in armor for jewelry making at Link it! Chainmaille Jewelry on Saturday, Feb. 8 from 10 a.m. to 4 […]

  • (SOLD OUT) The Farms: Beginner Sourdough Breadmaking

    Experience Level: Beginner Learn about the process of making sourdough bread at Beginner Sourdough Breadmaking on Sunday, Feb. 9 and March 16 from 2 to 5 p.m. in the Mansion […]

  • The Farms: Needlefelt Ladybug

    Experience Level: Beginner Learn the art of needlefelting at Needlefelt Ladybug on Thursday, Feb. 13 from 5 to 8 p.m. in The Studio. Instructor Stephanie Block will teach students how […]

  • (SOLD OUT) The Farms: Paint Your Partner

    Celebrate Valentine’s Day at Paint Your Partner on Friday, Feb. 14 in the Mansion from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Inspired by the Paint Your Partner Challenge, guests will enjoy a […]

  • (SOLD OUT) The Farms: Beginning Weaving I (Morning)

    Experience Level: Beginner Learn the basics of working with a loom at Beginning Weaving I (Morning) on Saturdays, Feb. 15 through March 15 from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the […]

  • The Farms: Wedding Cookie Decorating

    Experience Level: Beginner Learn about decorating wedding-themed cookies at Wedding Cookie Decorating on Saturday, Feb. 15 from 12 to 3 p.m. in the Mansion Carriage House. Cookie decorator Jennifer Holhubner […]

  • New Volunteer Orientation

    You can become an important part of Allerton by volunteering! Allerton’s generous volunteers help serve visitors, preserve the natural areas and improve the spectacular park for future generations. If you […]

  • (SOLD OUT) The Farms: Beginning Weaving I (Afternoon)

    Experience Level: Beginner Learn the basics of working with a loom at Beginning Weaving I (Afternoon) on Saturdays, Feb. 15 through March 15 from 2 to 5 p.m. in the Greenhouse […]

  • (SOLD OUT) Valentine’s Dinner for Two

    Get away for a romantic evening in the elegant ambiance of the Allerton Mansion at a Valentine’s Dinner for Two on Saturday, Feb. 15 at 6:30 p.m. in the Gallery. After […]

  • The Farms: Public Mansion Tours

    Have you ever wandered around Allerton and wondered what the inside of the historic Mansion looks like? Would you like to hear more about the unique history of Robert Allerton […]

  • The Farms: Wines of the World

    Experience Level: Beginner Take part in a delicious series at Wines of the World on Wednesdays, Feb. 19, March 12, March 26 and April 9 from 6 to 8 p.m. […]

  • The Farms: Intro to Birding and eBird

    Experience Level: Beginner (all ages) Learn more about birdwatching at an Intro to Birding and eBird on Fridays, Feb. 21 and 28 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. in The […]

  • (SOLD OUT) The Farms: Weaving a Mantel Basket

    Experience Level: Beginner Enjoy a day of weaving at Weaving a Mantel Basket on Friday, Feb. 21 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Greenhouse Auditorium. In this workshop, […]

  • Weekend Wind Down — Feb. 21-23

    While lodging is available throughout the year based on availability, you can now plan ahead, book a room and get away for a weekend. Spend the night (or two!) in […]

  • The Farms: Beginning Mountain Dulcimer

    Experience Level: Beginner Looking for an easy-to-learn and fun instrument to keep your mind active? Then enroll in Beginning Mountain Dulcimer on Saturdays, Feb. 22 through March 22 from 10 a.m. […]

  • The Farms: Learn to Bake Scones

    Experience Level: Beginner Level up your coffee and teatime and Learn to Bake Scones on Monday, Feb. 24 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the Mansion Carriage House. Scones are […]

  • The Farms: Beginning Pen & Ink

    Experience Level: Beginner Learn to draw, shade and create texture at Beginning Pen & Ink on Thursdays, Feb. 27 through March 20 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. in The […]

  • The Farms: Beginning Drawing from Nature

    Experience Level: Beginner Bring nature to life in your artwork at Beginning Drawing from Nature on Thursdays, Feb. 27 through March 20 from 1 to 3:30 p.m. in The Studio. […]

  • Hike ALLerton

    Join us for the second annual Hike ALLerton program! Sign-up online by Tuesday, April 22 (Earth Day!) and make the commitment to hike the nine trails at the Park by the end of the calendar year. Hikers will pick up their registration packet at the Bluebell Festival May 2-4. The packet will include a Hike ALLerton […]

  • The Farms: Writing Habits: In Three Parts

    Experience Level: Writers of all skill levels Whether you are a writer in the middle of a project or an author who is looking to start a new effort, enroll […]

  • Weekend Wind Down — Feb. 28-March 1

    While lodging is available throughout the year based on availability, you can now plan ahead, book a room and get away for a weekend. Spend the night (or two!) in […]

  • (SOLD OUT) Murder Mystery Dinner: Out to Sea

    Take part in a story of ‘seaside’ suspense and intrigue at our Murder Mystery Dinner: Out to Sea on Saturday, March 1 in the Mansion Gallery, presented by the Champaign Urbana Theatre Company’s Seven Corpse Dinner […]

  • The Farms: Afro-Brazilian Traditions: Samba-Reggae

    Experience Level: Beginner Expand your musical horizons at Afro-Brazilian Traditions: Samba-Reggae on Tuesdays, May 20 through June 17 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. in the Music Barn. Instructor Mark Becker […]

  • The Farms: Santorini Stone Painting

    Experience Level: Beginner Learn to paint on a beautiful surface at Santorini Stone Painting on Wednesday, March 5 from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Mansion Solarium. Mined in Greece, […]

  • The Farms: Intermediate Mushroom Foraging

    Experience Level: Intermediate Those who completed beginner mushroom foraging classes at The Farms or have experience in identification can continue their journey at Intermediate Mushroom Foraging on Saturdays, Aug. 9, […]

  • (SOLD OUT) The Farms: Sewing a Button-Down Shirt

    Experience Level: Some Sewing Skills Recommended Learn the process of making a shirt at Sewing a Button-Down Shirt on Saturday and Sunday, July 26-27 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. […]

  • (SOLD OUT) The Farms: Beginning Mushroom Foraging

    Experience Level: Beginner Learn about the magical world of mushrooms at Beginning Mushroom Foraging on Sundays, July 6, 13 & 20 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. in The Studio and […]

  • (SOLD OUT) The Farms: Beginner Sourdough Breadmaking

    Experience Level: Beginner Learn about the process of making sourdough bread at Beginner Sourdough Breadmaking on Sunday, June 29 and Aug. 10 from 2 to 5 p.m. in the Mansion Kitchen and […]

  • The Farms: Rats, Bats, & Mice of Illinois

    Experience Level: Beginner Learn the difference between a shrew and a mole; a mole from a vole; a rat from a mouse; and a weasel from a mink — and […]

  • The Farms: Circular Weaving

    Experience Level: Beginner Create your own unique wall hanging at Circular Weaving on Friday, March 7 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in The Studio. Macy McCall of TwinFringe will share […]

  • The Farms: Foraging Walks

    Experience Level: Beginner Former Allerton In-Residence naturalist Michael Baker will conduct Foraging Walks on March 8, 9, 29, 30;  April 12, 13, 26, 27 and May 10, 11, 24 and 25 […]

  • The Farms: Puzzles and Pi(e)

    Whether you like eating pie or factoring pi, we’ve got you covered with Puzzles and Pi(e) on Friday, March 14 from 3:14 to 5 p.m. in the Mansion. Join us […]

  • Weekend Wind Down — March 14-16

    While lodging is available throughout the year based on availability, you can now plan ahead, book a room and get away for a weekend. Spend the night (or two!) in […]

  • The Farms: Spring Cookie Decorating

    Experience Level: Beginner Learn how to decorate cookies for spring at Spring Cookie Decorating on Saturday, March 15 from 12 to 3 p.m. in the Greenhouse Café. Learn to decorate […]

  • Music in the Mansion

    Join our current artists-in-residence Tania Arazi-Coambs and Larisa Chasanov for Music in the Mansion on Monday, March 17 and Thursday, March 20 at 2 p.m. in the Mansion Gallery. This […]