Horticulture Tour

Get an in-depth look at the design and horticulture of Allerton’s Formal Gardens during a Horticulture Tour on Saturday, June 7 from 10 to 11 a.m. Meet at the Greenhouse Patio.

Join Ruth Mitchell to learn about Allerton’s 14 formal gardens, created by Robert Allerton between 1899 and 1946. Since the donation of the property to the University of Illinois in 1946, the gardens have been lovingly cared for by Park staff. Come see for yourself at this tour that will be both beautiful and informative.

$5/person. Register at https://allerton.illinois.edu/events/horticulturetour/. All sales are final.

Learn more about the space where your course will take place here. If you will need disability-related accommodations to participate, please email Sarah Putman at c3B1dG1hbjIgfCBpbGxpbm9pcyAhIGVkdQ==.

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You may also like the following events from Allerton Park and Retreat Center:

• This Tuesday, 20th May, 05:30 pm, Afro-Brazilian Traditions: Samba-Reggae in Monticello
• This Friday, 23rd May, 09:00 am, Spring Migration Bird Hikes in Cisco
• Next Friday, 30th May, 12:00 pm, Basket Weaving: The Bees Knees in Cisco

Also check out other Workshops in Monticello, Nonprofit events in Monticello.