You’re invited to explore, discover, and enjoy all that Allerton has to offer between festival events. The Park is open to the public from 8AM–Sundown (gates close at dusk) and there is no admission fee.
Allerton Park
ALLERTON PARK & RETREAT CENTER
Recently named one of the
With National Natural Landmark and National Register of Historic Places designations, it is a destination unlike any other. It is also on the American Institute of Architects’ List of 150 Great Places in Illinois.
An ideal place for public enjoyment and outdoor recreation, Allerton is also a unique venue for meetings, conferences, and retreats… as well as the perfect place for weddings and special events.
You’re invited to explore, discover, and enjoy all that Allerton has to offer between festival events. The Park is open to the public from 8AM–Sundown (gates close at dusk) and there is no admission fee.
Don’t miss these popular gardens and sculptures. Also, be sure to stop at the Visitor Center.
- House of the Golden Buddhas and Fu Dog Garden, featuring 22 Fu Dog sculptures
- Brick-Walled Garden, featuring Girl with a Scarf sculpture
- Peony Garden, featuring The Three Graces sculpture
- Chinese Maze Garden
- Hosta Display Garden
- Sunken Garden
- Adam (The Creation of Man) sculpture
- Death of the Last Centaur sculpture
- Sun Singer sculpture
Allerton is located just 25 miles southwest of the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign campus near Monticello, Illinois. With easy access from I-72, it’s a short drive from the University’s Willard Airport and a simple excursion from Chicago, Indianapolis, St. Louis, or the Quad Cities.
Please visit the Allerton Web site for more details, www.allerton.uiuc.edu.
ALLERTON MUSIC BARN
Music in Nature: A creative vision for historic preservation and excellence in music education and performance
It’s hard to determine which has a greater effect on the soul—music or nature. Now, through a collaborative effort between the University of Illinois School of Music and the University’s Allerton Park and Retreat Center, music and nature will become one with the creation of a world-class music venue—set amidst the beauty of an idyllic nine-acre historic farmstead.
The natural rustic beauty of exposed timbers in this traditional two-story Dutch hay barn creates a space that is dramatic, inviting, and architecturally significant—resulting in a charming atmosphere with great acoustic sound quality for musical performances. The performance space, located on the upper level, has a sloped roof with a 30-foot rise from floor to peak that provides excellent acoustics.
Under the guidance of the School of Music and Allerton, this site has the potential to become a world-class retreat where acclaimed artists, upcoming musicians, and university students can exchange musical ideas, rehearse, and perform together in an inspirational environment.
Thank you for helping to make this vision a reality.
2008 Schedule
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BEYOND COOL
August 29, 2008 8:30 pm
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BACH UNACCOMPANIED
August 30, 2008 10:30 am
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EINE NACHT IN WIEN
August 30, 2008 8:30 pm
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BACH CANTATAS
August 31, 2008 10:30 am
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PACIFICA QUARTET
August 31, 2008 8:30 pm
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THE VIRTUOSO BANDONEÓN
September 1, 2008 10:30 am
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VERETSKI PASS
September 1, 2008 8:30 pm
