FAVORITE ALLERTON MEMORY
Proposing to my wife in the middle of the woods at night.

MOST EXCITING DAY ON THE JOB
Probably any of the days spent in a helicopter counting deer, or catching ginseng poachers in the act.

FAVORITE ALLERTON MEMORY
Walking my dog on the trails on my birthday.

FAVORITE THING ABOUT WORKING AT ALLERTON
Being part of a community of wonderful people—staff, volunteers, supporters, visitors!

FAVORITE ALLERTON MEMORY
Attending the Family Campout with my son and playing football with him and the Don Moyer’s Boys & Girls Club kids until my arm hurt.

MOST EXCITING DAY ON THE JOB
I would have to say every day. I get to do something different almost every day.

FAVORITE ALLERTON MEMORY
Working as a counselor at Allerton’s summer day camps while I was in high school and college. I knew I was lucky to have such a fun job in a beautiful setting. Something I am still thankful for!

MOST EXCITING DAY ON THE JOB
When Dave and Debra Rathje decided to donate a million dollars!

FAVORITE ALLERTON MEMORY
Walking with my husband, Ted, and our dog, Pepper, on the Allerton trails.

FAVORITE THING ABOUT WORKING AT ALLERTON
Working with such friendly, skilled, and dedicated people who are devoted to building the Allerton legacy.

FAVORITE SPOT AT ALLERTON
Although they aren’t yet made available to the public, Allerton archives are kept on the estate. It’s a treasure trove of original architectural drawings and old photographs of the Allerton family—it makes me feel like a kid in a candy store!

FAVORITE ALLERTON MEMORY
Wandering through the woods from my grandparents’ and stumbling upon the Sun Singer for the first time.

FAVORITE SPOT AT ALLERTON
The McDonald Family Trail along the bluff edge, in the fall especially!

FAVORITE ALLERTON MEMORY
My wife and I were married at Allerton. It was a wonderful way to start off a life together.

FAVORITE SPOT AT ALLERTON
I love the solitude. The gardens are lovely, and present themselves in the idea of “rooms.” Each garden has an opportunity to sneak away and sort out problems you might be having.

FAVORITE ALLERTON MEMORY
July 12, 2009 in the Sunken Garden—my wedding day!

FAVORITE SPOT AT ALLERTON
The river overlook on the Orange/Yellow Trail shortcut past the Mansion Pond.  It is a beautiful and cozy space which stands on top of Allerton’s old pump house originally used to irrigate the gardens.

FAVORITE ALLERTON MEMORY
I have too many to count! Growing up in the area allowed me to make memory after memory at the park – including sledding in the meadow as a child, hiking and photographing the beautiful grounds and wildlife, and having picnics here with family and friends. No matter what the occasion is, it’s always a memorable experience.

FAVORITE THING ABOUT WORKING AT ALLERTON
Allerton is so unique and diverse. No two events are alike, and no matter what time of year you visit the park you will always see something new.

MOST EXCITING DAY ON THE JOB
EVERYDAY is exciting at Allerton Park! There’s always something going on and no two days are the same.

FAVORITE ALLERTON MEMORY
Listening to stories from a former coworker, Jo Ann. Her father was fortunate enough to work for Mr. Allerton, so she lived in the Mansion with her family growing up as a small child. Later she worked at Allerton Park as an adult after Mr. Allerton donated the Mansion to the University. The stories she shared made you feel as if you were here with her growing up.

FAVORITE ALLERTON MEMORY
Growing up near Allerton meant many days spent exploring the park with family and friends.

FAVORITE THING ABOUT WORKING AT ALLERTON
When you enter the park, you feel as though you’ve found a magical place with so much to explore. History, nature and public events provide everyone with something to enjoy at Allerton!

FAVORITE ALLERTON MEMORY
I was raised in Monticello and visited Allerton often while growing up.  Now I enjoy bringing my boys out to the Park to enjoy the unique and magical destination. We enjoy touring the Mansion, strolling the formal gardens, hiking, and every summer we experience the sounds of the Concert Series.

FAVORITE ALLERTON MEMORY
My husband and I’s wedding day!  A ceremony in the Barn, an outdoor tented reception under the stars, a fire pit for those late-nighters, and all of our family and friends staying overnight on the property was perfect! You can’t find an atmosphere or surroundings like you can here.