UIUC Allerton Park Master Plan by RATIO Community Collaborate

University of Illinois Allerton Park Master Plan Prepared for the Board of Trustees of the University of Illinois by the University Office of Capital Programs and Real Estate Services and RATIO

April 2015

Acknowledgements

Prepared by RATIO Architects (Champaign, IL) University Office of Capital Programs and Real Estate Services For the Board of Trustees of the University of Illinois Governor Bruce Rauner, ex officio Christopher G. Kennedy Hannah Cave, UIS Student Trustee

Timothy Koritz

Ricardo Estrada

Danielle M. Leibowitz, UIC Student Trustee

Patrick J. Fitzgerald

Edward L. McMillan

Lucas N. Frye, UIUC Student Trustee

James D. Montgomery, Sr.

Karen Hasara

Pam Stroebel

Patricia Brown Holmes The Master Plan would like to acknowledge the contributions of Illinois State officials, University staff and affiliates, community members, as well as the Allerton Park Board, Committees, staff and volunteers. The Master Plan has been enriched through the sharing of their memories, ideas, and passion for Allerton Park.

Allerton Park and Retreat Center is a unique resource for the University of Illinois providing a secluded and pastoral setting for conferences and meetings, a unique collection of outdoor artwork and formal gardens, and 1500 acres of unsurpassed natural woodlands and prairies. The park was donated to the University in 1946 by Robert Allerton and has remained largely unchanged since that time. Many faculty, staff, and friends of Allerton Park have worked tirelessly to maintain the Park over the 69 years it has been a part of the University of Illinois. The Park has never had a comprehensive master plan to serve as a guide for improvement and expansion of this unique facility. For Allerton Park to become a more integral part of the University of Illinois requires investment and expansion. Academic conferences, departmental and college retreats, research, and teaching activities would benefit from increased capacity and facilities. The master plan developed by Ratio Architects in consultation with University of Illinois administrators, staff, and faculty; Allerton Park Advisory Board members; Allerton Park Staff; and stakeholders from Monticello, Champaign-Urbana, and surrounding

communities presents a long-term strategy to significantly enhance the park to better serve the University of Illinois and the citizens of East Central Illinois. The plan is bold, visionary, and long-term. It will require a significant investment to implement the many changes and enhancements presented in this document. Allerton Park is not a museum, but a canvas that Robert Allerton used, and continually modified, to create his vision of a pastoral estate on the prairies of Illinois. It is in the spirit of Robert Allerton that this plan was developed to make Allerton Park a more vital, integral piece of this great University.

Bruce Branham Director

I. Executive Summary....................................................... 2 II. Introduction.................................................................... 8 A. Historical Summary................................................... 13 B. Stakeholder Input Summary . ................................... 19 C. Master Plan Tenets .................................................. 15 III. Inventory and Analysis............................................... 17 A. Context...................................................................... 19 B. Site Analysis . ........................................................... 21 C. Precedent Research Summary.................................. 27 IV. Master Plan Recommendations . ............................. 31 A. Natural Areas............................................................ 33 B. Structures ................................................................. 37 C. Infrastructure . .......................................................... 53 D. Gardens..................................................................... 63 V. Phasing Plans . ............................................................ 71 VI. Appendix ...................................................................... 97

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Process In June of 2014 RATIO Architects was retained by the University of Illinois to assist the master planning effort for Allerton Park. RATIO’s role in the process was to conduct an exhaustive inventory of existing conditions and documentation, analyse that data, formulate a variety of conceptual planning alternatives for consideration, and develop a final master plan based upon feedback of those alternatives. The University Office of Capital Programs and Real Estate Services coordinated the master planning efforts, working closely with the Allerton Park Advisory Board. Inventory and Analysis The initial planning effort of gathering, inventorying, and analysing relative information about the Park consisted of five distinct tasks: generate and adopt a list of tenets to guide the development of the master plan; review previous written reports and documents made available by the UI; conduct reconnaissance on-site visits; conduct interviews of key stakeholders (individuals and groups); and research applicable national precedent facilities. Preliminary Concept Plan Alternatives Following the Inventory and Analysis, with an accurate inventory, program understanding and initial stakeholder feedback in hand, initial recommendations for physical character and function were generated. Those recommendations were organized into groupings as directed by the University: Natural Areas, Gardens, Structures, and Infrastructure. Preliminary concept plan alternatives were developed for the park. Each plan included elements that illustrated program directives for the next 25 years. The Preliminary Concept Plan Alternatives were presented for input and feedback to the Building Committee of the Allerton Advisory Board. With that input, the preferred preliminary plan was refined. The Building Committee approved the revised preferred plan and it was presented to the Advisory Board.

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Of note, a number of ideas were presented and discussed during this phase. Those that were not selected for development are included in the Appendix for the record.

Master Plan With input from the Building Committee and Advisory Board, as well as from the public through several Public Meetings, final master plan recommendations were developed. The Master Plan recommendations are organized into two groups. The first is a collection of three phases of work that build upon one another sequentially and can be undertaken as funding becomes available. The second group is work that is more independent and can be selected and implemented on more of an individual project basis, as funding becomes available. This last group’s independence should provide flexibility in appealing to a particular donor’s interest. A time line of construction duration is included for reach Phase. Phase 1 Phase 1 allows Allerton Park to show immediate improvement through a procession of relatively small, yet high profile projects. The first step is to improve the main Park entrance as a show that the University is serious about improving the Park. That statement is made at a location seen by everyone who visits the Park. The next step is to showcase the mansion through the establishment of a new entrance that will route most visitors down a new entrance road, an allee, which presents the house in much the same way Robert Allerton’s many guests approached it. Of note, along with this provision of new vehicular access to the Mansion, several other improvements are necessary. First comes the need to formalize accessible parking near the mansion entrance. This is accomplished by improving the small pull-out lot occasionally utilized for accessible parking now. Second, the existing service drive west of the Main Parking lot can be eliminated and a new pedestrian path from parking to the mansion will need to be designed and constructed. The next step is to relocate the administrative office space within the Regency into Evergreen Lodge and renovate the existing buildings to improve the Visitor Center and to establish an Art and Education Village. This will be where Allerton

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Park expands its identity by establishing a place where both art education and art production can take place, supported by gallery and retail opportunities. The existing cafĂŠ near the Visitor Center is improved in support of both the Village and the Visitor Center. To complete the village, a new maintenance building is constructed and the existing maintenance operations along Old Timber Road are relocated. Those former maintenance buildings are re-purposed into art education, production, gallery, and retail space as necessary to support the new program. The village feel is supported by new streetscape treatments to help establish scale and character and to emphasize a more pedestrian experience. A new parking lot of permeable pavement is constructed to serve this expanded program. Complimentary utility improvements are made as construction occurs in a particular area and/or in support of changing capacity needs. Finally, improvements are made to the Mansion to enhance the recreational opportunities and to provide a modest (2 room) increase in bed count. These hospitality improvements are made in the most publically accessible areas of the Mansion to further promote the Parkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s renaissance. A construction duration of approximately 18 months is estimated for the work above.

House. The addition will contain, hospitality/service spaces, ballroom and meeting spaces, dining, prefunctions space, an additional 10 guest rooms, and new kitchen facilities on the same floor as the primary meeting spaces. Consideration for the accommodation of a future restaurant on the first floor will be included. With the recommended improvements and addition to the Mansion, the Retreat Center will be able to generate additional revenues that benefit Allerton Park as a whole. The ability to contribute to an increase in revenue is crucial. In the Carriage House, moving the kitchen and dining out will allow renovation of its first floor into the lobby and orientation space for Mansion visitors and Retreat guests. That floor will include a complimentary food/drink venue as well as a gallery/shop space. The Mansion will see significant work as an elevator is installed to provide accessible access to upper floors. Guest room remodelling will occur in three structures: upper levels of the Carriage House, the Gate House, and Mansion guest rooms untouched by Phase 1. Guest Room work will provide modern room layouts and en suite baths. All told, the capacity of the Retreat Center should increase by approximately 10 rooms.

Phase2 Phase 2 is about positioning the Allerton Park Retreat Center to better meet current and emerging market demands. By increasing its room count making the Retreat Center accessible, and improving its capability as a conferencing/wedding venue, Allerton Park Retreat Center becomes better able to satisfy market needs. Additionally, Garden improvements complimentary to construction are implemented.

To support the work above, the main parking lot will be renovated and utility work, consistent with the increase in capacity, will occur.

Implementing these recommendations should provide the Allerton Park Retreat Center the opportunity to contribute positively toward increasing overall Park revenue.

A construction duration of approximately 18 months is estimated for the work above.

Phase 2 will begin with the relocation of the Herb Garden, returning it to its original location outside the Kitchen wing of the Mansion. Its relocation will allow for the construction of a 20,000 square foot addition to the Mansion, east of the Carriage

The area around the Gate House will see the establishment of a new Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Garden with access to the Brick Wall Garden to the west through a new opening and access to the extended Vine Walk to the east.

Phase 3 Phase 3 allows Allerton Park to become even more competitive in the conferencing/ wedding market by increasing the guest room count by an additional 30 rooms. By further expanding the Retreat Center to the east, additional outdoor venues are created adjacent to the mansion to supplement program needs.

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Utility work, consistent with the increase in capacity, will occur. A construction duration of approximately 8 months is estimated for the work above. At the conclusion of these three phases, all Retreat Center’s rooms will have en-suite accommodations and the number of rooms will increase from 39 to approximately 75. Beyond the recommended work included in the three Phases, additional recommended work throughout the Park remains. Much of this work is in the Gardens, where individual projects, more independent than the work described can be undertaken as funding or fundraising allows. The scopes for this additional work are listed in the master plan and included in that listing is the priority value assigned by the Allerton Building Committee.

In the context of how to use this document, it’s important to note what the master plan is not. The master plan clearly identifies three distinct phases of work in addition to many other individual work projects. These individual projects, presented in the primary park components (Natural Areas, Gardens, Structures, and Infrastructure), can be implemented in an ala carte fashion. For many of the work initiatives identified – either within a Phase or individually, the master plan assumes implementation would be preceded by some level of financial study that clearly shows the cost benefit of that action. This may require a detailed market analysis of a particular initiative be undertaken or a financial plan authored or updated. That level of financial consideration was not a part of this master plan.

Schedule Overall, the planning process was completed as follows:

Sustainability In recognition of Allerton Park’s serious commitment toward establishing itself as a working demonstration of sustainability and environmental conservation with the adoption of the Allerton Climate Action Plan for Robert Allerton Park and Conference Center at the University of Illinois at Urbana--‐Champaign in October 2013, a compendium of concepts relating to Sustainability and Energy/Carbon Reduction was developed. As individual projects are undertaken, these concepts should be considered.

– JUN 2014

Contract Consultant

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Meet with stakeholders to collect data

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Collect data at Public Meeting #1

– AUG 2014

Review alternative concepts/program

– OCT 2014

Collect data at Public Meeting #2

– SEP 2014

Review draft concept plans with Allerton Advisory Board

– NOV 2014

Review draft Master Plan with Allerton Advisory Board

– DEC 2014 Present final draft Master Plan to Allerton Advisory Board, Public Meeting #3, and President/Chancellor – JAN 2015

Present final draft Master Plan to Board of Trustees

– APR 2015

Final Master Plan document

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Introduction

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– Document the functions of the existing edges

– Develop an understanding of the existing Park and Retreat Center program

Prior to undertaking the master planning process, it was critical to understand the physical condition, social pressures and specific context of the Park in question. The investigation phase was dedicated to laying this groundwork that would serve to help the planning staff and the design team understand the opportunities and constraints of the existing assets.

– Review the historic development of the site

Inventory and Analysis The initial planning effort of gathering, inventorying, and analysing relative information about the Park consisted of five distinct tasks: generate and adopt a list of tenets to guide the development of the master plan; review previous written reports and documents made available by the UI; conduct reconnaissance on-site visits; conduct interviews of key stakeholders (individuals and groups); and research applicable national precedent facilities. The purpose of these tasks was to:

Preliminary Concept Plan Alternatives Following the Inventory and Analysis, with an accurate inventory, program understanding and initial stakeholder feedback in hand, initial recommendations for physical character and function were generated. Those recommendations were organized into groupings as directed by the University: Natural Areas, Gardens, Structures, and Infrastructure.

– Develop tenets/core beliefs as a means of evaluating ideas/recommendations

Preliminary concept plan alternatives were developed for the park. Each plan included elements that illustrated program directives for the next 25 years:

– Assess the condition of existing facilities and resources

– Assess the organization of the Park’s elements

– Identify existing improvements and plantings that will need to be retained – Document character, impressions and sense of place of the Park – Identify issues of accessibility, and any physical / visual barriers to Park enjoyment – E valuate the capitalization of current appropriateness of assets, programs and practices of the Park

– Experience the visitor friendliness of the Park – Develop a database of precedent facilities, noting similarities and differences of program offering, management structure, marketing strategy, etc.

– Locate rights of way, easements and other site limitations

– I llustrative master plans showing existing buildings, building preservation/ expansion, building demolition, circulation and parking (pedestrian, bicycle, and vehicular), formal gardens preservation and expansion, existing trails preservation and expansion, natural areas preservation and expansion, and existing feature areas preservation and expansion

– Document pedestrian and vehicular circulation needs and patterns

– Drawings, sketches, and plans of specific key ideas and features

– I dentify utility concerns that required further investigation and/or initial investment that might affect the future development of the property

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Section II: Introduction – High level proposed phasing recommendations – High level proposed cost estimates by phase – High level energy and water use evaluation of each alternative The Preliminary Concept Plan Alternatives were presented for input and feedback to the Building Committee of the Allerton Advisory Board. With that input, the preferred preliminary plan was refined. The Building Committee of the Allerton Advisory Board. With that input, the preferred preliminary plan was refined. The Building Committee approved the revised preferred plan and it was presented to the Advisory Board. Of note, a number of ideas were presented/discussed during this phase. Those that weren’t selected for future development are included in this master plan for the record.

Master Plan With input from the Building Committee and Advisory Board, as well as from the public through several Public Meetings, final master plan recommendations were developed. The Master Plan recommendations are organized into two groups. The first is a collection of three phases of work that build upon one another sequentially and can be undertaken as funding becomes available. The second group is work that is more independent and can be selected and implemented on more of an individual project basis, as funding becomes available. This last group’s independence should provide flexibility in appealing to a particular donors’ interest. A time line of construction duration is included for reach Phase. In addition to the work described, remaining recommended work was identified, described, and organized into one of the four main groups of Park components Natural Areas, Infrastructure, Structures, and Gardens. This additional work can be implemented individually or combined to appeal to a donor’s particular interest. In recognition of the Park’s serious commitment toward establishing itself as a working demonstration of sustainability and environmental conservation with the adoption of the Allerton Climate Action Plan for Robert Allerton Park and Conference Center at the University of Illinois at Urbana--‐Champaign in October 2013, a compendium of concepts relating to Sustainability and Energy/Carbon Reduction was developed. As individual projects are undertaken, these concepts should be considered.

Previous Studies The plan takes into account the numerous previous studies that have been conducted since the Allerton gift in 1946. Generally, these previous efforts were studied during the Inventory and Analysis Phase and helped establish the context for understanding to the how the park develop into the park it is today. The breadth of the planning studies included a detailed conservation report for the Sun Singer sculpture to the declaration of the Park’s commitment toward carbon neutrality, and everything in between. It was valuable to understand what things were studied and how those studies influence the Park today. Was a particular recommendation successful or not, and why? What recommendations were not implemented and why? The list of those studies is contained in the Appendix.

How to use this plan The Allerton Park and Retreat Center Master Plan provides the first step toward developing a guide for anticipated future renovation, restoration and development to meet identified program needs. This master plan establishes a decision-making framework in order to guide development of physical changes over time, allowing current decisions to be linked to long-term planning. The intent of the document is to study and analyse the Park’s historical data (what happened to the Park and in the Park since the Gift in 1946) and develop a long-range, strategic plan (master plan) that takes that analysis into account. In order to keep this plan relevant and effective, it is recommended it be update periodically to insure the various planning assumptions maintain their relevance to what is being experienced. In the context of how to use this document, it’s important to note what the master plan is not. The master plan clearly identifies three distinct phases of work in addition to many other individual work projects. These individual projects, presented in the primary park components (Natural Areas, Gardens, Structures, and Infrastructure), can be implemented in an ala carte fashion. For many of the work initiatives identified – either within a Phase or individual, the master plan assumes implementation would be preceded by some level of financial study that clearly shows the cost benefit of that action. This may require a detailed market analysis be undertaken or a financial plan authored/updated. That level of financial consideration wasn’t part of this master plan.

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Historical Summary In 1863, Samuel Allerton began adding Central Illinois farmland in to his agricultural property holdings. As these holding grew to over 75,000 acres in five states, his focus shifted to the development of innovative agricultural practices. This interest was shared by his son Robert who, upon return form his study of art in Europe in 1897, expressed interest in agriculture and farm management. With 280 acres of land in Piatt County, Robert Allerton began his career managing the Allerton land holdings in central Illinois. In 1898 Robert Allerton and his architect John Borie travelled Europe visiting country houses and landscaped gardens. The construction of the Georgian/Colonial Revival house and grounds began upon their return and was completed in 1900. Continued development of the property known as “The Farms” resulted in a core area left to natural reclamation combined with a series of formal gardens. Further garden development flourished in the 1920’s and 30’s following frequent travel abroad. In 1919 Robert Allerton was asked to serve on the University of Illinois Campus Plan Commission, starting the development of a close relationship with the University and its Architecture Department. In 1946, Robert Allerton gifted approximately 5,000 acres of land near Monticello to the University of Illinois. The gift had two parts – 3,500 acres to be farmed, the income from which would be used for the maintenance of the 1,500 acre estate. In 1950, the University established a retreat center at the park and has been operating it continuously since. A significant numbers of studies have been undertaken to both record and interpret the history of the estate and to help the University understand how it can best maintain the park as a viable retreat center. In 2014, the University hired RATIO Architects to conduct a master planning effort to serve as a guide for anticipated future renovation, restoration and development to meet identified program need. It will serve to establish a decision-making framework in order to guide development of physical changes over time, allowing current decisions to be linked to long-term planning.

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Stakeholder Input Summary In the initial phase of the master planning process, a number of interviews and workshops were held to solicit input. Feedback was received from two key groups:

– Circulation and arrival sequence is problematic

1. In a series of meetings: Allerton Park Advisory Board, University Administrators and Faculty, local governmental officials, Allerton friends

– Fundraising is made more difficult because there are no Allerton Alumni. Create meaningful experiences

2. In three public meetings held at Allerton: Representatives from each of the above local Monticello and Allerton-area residents, and state government officials A variety of tools were employed during the public meetings to collect input, including a query “Have we missed anything” and a dot voting exercise to gauge interest and consensus. Below is a summary of some of the more important key ideas from those meetings 1. There is a lack of awareness of the Park within the UI 2. UI Administration doesn’t regard Allerton Park as a resource (“….the gift that keeps on taking…..”) Some of the key issues thought to be keeping Allerton Park from being more successful: – Make the Mansion more accessible as a means of increasing its prominence and promoting ownership. The Mansion is the key economic engine for the Park – Gift indenture’s covenants are sacrosanct

– Wayfinding throughout the Park is poor

– Recognize and promote the park’s green initiatives. Respect the Park’s Climate Action Plan – Promote fundraising - combat the perception that Allerton is totally funded by UI – Parking is too far from the Mansion – Lack of event continuity (e.g. Sunday Brunches, camps of various interests) – Remoteness (although this was viewed as both a positive and a negative) – Allerton Park’s identity is unclear, not well formed. What is it trying to be successful at? – Diversify Park’s appeal to a broad audience – Lack of educational collaboration – UIUC, Monticello, local schools, camps, etc. – Lack of modern amenities to compete in the conference/retreat market – Lack of transportation connectedness is problematic – Size/Layout of rooms within Mansion is limiting

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One of the outcomes of our Stakeholder interviews was the formation of a list of Master Plan tenets. These were statements of principle that would serve as the foundation of the planning work going forward. Each recommendation generated during the master planning process should be traceable back to one of these core beliefs. The following is the final list of tenets approved by the Allerton Park Advisory board. They are the result of several discussions, where a list of ten original tenets were compressed into the five shown.

There shall be a strong connection between the UI and the Park and the property shall be developed consistent with the UI Mission and Vision Statements. There shall be a strong connection between the local community and the Park.

Conform The use of the park shall conform to the indenture agreement from Robert Allerton according to his wishes.

Create Art shall remain an integral part of the identity and operation of the park.

Engage The property shall be developed to appeal to a diverse audience and encourage public use.

Sustain Development of the property shall have Net Zero energy, carbon emission & pollution impact and shall have minimal adverse environmental impact. The Park shall be financially self-sustaining.

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University of Illinois Vision To create a brilliant future for the University of Illinois in which the students, faculty and staff thrive and the citizens of Illinois, the nation and the world benefit, a future in which the University of Illinois is the recognized leader among public research universities in: - Teaching, scholarship and service - Arts and culture - Engagement and public service - Global reach - Economic development - Athletics

Allerton Park and Retreat Center Mission Sustain and promote the legacy of Robert Allerton Park as a unique Midwestern setting to engage and enrich the University of Illinois community, the citizens of Illinois and the region in nature, arts, and landscape ecology.

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Inventory and Analysis The initial step in the planning process was to record and analyse the existing park and its operations. This included, among other things, its operations, its governance, its history, and the parkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s physical composition. This was accomplished through three primary actions: conducting workshops and interviews of key individual (see the Stakeholder Input Summary earlier in this document), reviewing existing written reports and documentation (a compendium of this information is included in the Appendix), and by conducting a series of on-site visits. These on-site visits occurred throughout the planning process, as information gathered through interviews and workshops or through review of previous studies, often suggested additional items that required verification. What follows is the summary of our evaluation and analysis of Allerton Parkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s physical attributes.

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Allerton Park is located in east central Illinois, approximately 30 miles from the campus of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Allerton is approximately 160 miles south of Chicago, 70 miles east of Springfield and the University of Illinois there, and approximately 150 northeast of St. Louis. It is within a 90 minute drive of approximately one million people.

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Allerton Park is a ten minute drive from downtown Monticello and Interstate 72. It is being connected by bike path to the Monticello Bike Path System, connects, via the Sangamon River, to Lodge Park to the northeast, and serves as part of the western terminus of the bottomlands of the Sangamon being assembled by the Land Conservation Foundation.

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01. Structures There several different categories of structures with Allerton Park, however the most prominent is the Mansion and those most closely associated with it, the Carriage House and the Gate House as well as the more recent Evergreen Lodge. All are located fairly proximate to one another and each is of the Colonial Revival architectural style with Georgian influences. While these structures have all been relatively well maintained, they continue to accumulate significant deferred maintenance issues. Care must be taken when considering any additions to the Mansion and/or Carriage House.

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Supporting structures exist throughout the park, many associated with the operations of the Allerton farming enterprise. Of note, within the area defined as “the Core” there the original greenhouse has been converted into park administration and visitor functions. The proximity of original shop structures to the greenhouse presents a uniquely scaled collection or assembly. Other collections of buildings include the Diversified Farm near the northern entrance and the Music Barn complex near the southern entrance. The sewage treatment plant dates from the 1950s and discharges to the stream that is the outflow of the 4H Lake. Surrounding the park are higher concentrations of low density residential neighbors adjacent to both the northern and southern entrances. The 250 acre 4H Camp immediately to the north is certainly Allerton Park’s most prominent neighbor. Sharing resources for much of the time since its establishment in 1947, there exist opportunities to continue to partner in addressing similar infrastructure needs.

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02. Circulation There are two primary entry points into Allerton Park. The northern entry (Old Timber Road) provides the most direct connection from the Interstate and is accessed from County Farm Road. Shaded by a large canopy of trees, the road into the park from that entry is narrow and intimate. Historically, the primary entrance was from the south, where Old Levee Road intersects with Allerton Road, which connects directly to Monticello. The path into the park begins with a formal allee of Norway spruce which, when contrasted with the openness of the surrounding farmland, signals the importance of the entrance. The intersection of these two roads establishes the most formal park entrance, near the Park’s core area. An informal (and less used) western entrance also exists.

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Within the park, the paved roads generally owe their alignment to the Park’s perimeter, while the extension of Old Timber Road to the Sunsinger is really the only formal internal road in the park. Bicycles share the Park’s roads and no paved bicycle trails exist. Finally, access to the 4H camp is through the Park, primarily utilizing the northern entrance and Old Timber Road. From a pedestrian point of view, the only paved walkways are within the Formal Gardens which include many unpaved pathways as well. The hiking trail system consists of seven trails with a total length of approximately 14 miles. The trails are natural (unpaved) and bicycles are not allowed. Access to the Sangamon River is generally at the southern edge of Old Levee Road Bridge. A formal parking lot (referred to as the Main parking Lot) is located near the Mansion, is paved, and has a capacity of approximately 185 spaces. A shuttle is often provided from this lot to events in the Formal Garden or in the Meadow. Gravel parking is available along Old Timber Road near the Visitor’s Center and at select trail heads. Less formal parking occurs along either side of Old Timber Road near the Mansion and in a clearing north of Old Timber Road and the Sunken Garden during overflow events.

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Site Analysis 03. Hydrology / Topography The graphic to the left shows the area within Allerton Park influenced by a 100 year flood. The flood plain (represented in blue) shows, with the exception of the trails, little Park infrastructure and no park structures located within the broad river bottom. The Mansion and Formal Gardens are all located safely north of the Sangamon river bottom and its flood waters, up the slope that defines the northern edge of the flood plain, approximately at the highpoint in the park. The sloping area east of the Mansion and Carriage House provides a good site for future expansion and the opportunity to open, or expose, lower levels to the south. The low point in Allerton Park is near where the Sangamon exits the park at the west edge. While trails on either side of the river are subject to wet conditions, their paths routing through floodplain forest is rare in Central Illinois and affords an unusual hiking experience. The 4H Lake drains to the Sangamon through the Park and is utilized by Allerton Park as a point of discharge for their sewage treatment plant, permitted under NPDES permit (No. IL0053325).

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04. Vegetation The map on the left depicts the various types and densities of vegetation communities in the park. In general, the park’s forested areas consist of two different types of natural community: old growth and old second growth upland and floodplain forest.

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As noted in the Allerton Park & Retreat Center: Natural Areas Management Plan (2012), the park has “…long been recognized as one of Illinois’ most significant natural areas and contains outstanding examples of old-growth floodplain and upland forest. The park is one of only three areas in central Illinois with over 500 acres of contiguous forest. The high diversity of natural communities and native species, especially forest trees and wildflowers, and the park’s location along an unmodified reach of the Sangamon River also contribute to the high natural quality of the site. A portion of the site has been recognized as a National Natural Landmark by the U. S. Park Service.” The master plan calls for the continuation of the recommendations of the Natural Areas Management Plan.

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05. Axis and Views There are two primary axes that influence the organization of Allerton Park. First is the Sangamon River, generally flowing from northeast to southwest. The Park’s very layout is influenced by the river, which effectively divides the park into halves, the south of which is exclusively natural and the north a combination of natural and manmade features.

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It is within these manmade features on the north side of the river that Robert Allerton imposed the fundamental organizational influence, the Formal Garden axis, stretching from the Centaur to the west all the way to the House of the Golden Buddhas to the east. This axial spine influenced the route of Old Timber Road from which the formal entry axis to the Mansion begins. A primary recommendation of this master plan will be to recognize the importance of that formal entry sequence (Allerton’s guests would have taken that path) and create a new entrance road from Old Timber Road up to the Mansion that follows the existing formal axis. Not surprisingly, the Sangamon and the formal Gardens form the genesis for many of the primary views in the Park. Important views not on those axes include those to the Sunsinger, those along the Sangamon River from the Old Levee Road bridge - in both directions, those from the Meadow to the Mansion and vice versa, and the entry point into the Park’s core area at the intersection of Old Timber and Old Levee Roads. Finally, the view into the Park from the south entrance along Old Levee Road, through an allee of Norway spruce trees, was once spectacular. A recommendation of this master plan will be to continue replacing dying trees along that road to re-establish that allee.

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Precedent Research Summary Precedents from across the country were identified and researched that might suggest new directions for Allerton, as well as enhancements to the physical and program components already in place. Establishment of the Tenets led the consulting team to narrow and refine its search. Immediately below is a list of ideas and/or examples gleaned from precedent research believed to be most useful for Allerton in either the short-term or long-term. Suggestions are grouped under the tenets to which they relate. In some cases a precedent may qualify for listing under more than one tenet.

Strengthening the UIUC / Allerton Connection St. Louis University’s Lay Center for Education and the Arts Operated by the University, The Lay Center includes the McElwee Arts Residences where artists live and, through the Fine and Performing Arts Department, work with students and give lectures. During the summer the program offers one-day workshops. At the end of a residency the work of the artist is displayed both onsite and at the University Museum in St. Louis.

on procedures and policies regarding the use, management, and direction of Arboretum lands and facilities in order to facilitate the research, teaching, and education / outreach functions of the Arboretum in support of its mission to conserve / restore Arboretum lands, advance restoration ecology, and foster the land ethic. Longwood Gardens Partnership with the University of Delaware In partnership with the University of Delaware, Longwood offers the Longwood Graduate Program in Public Horticulture, designed for college graduates who wish to pursue mid-to-top level management and leadership positions with horticultural institutions. Internships for U.S. college students and 6-10 international students are available at Longwood Gardens. New Harmony, Indiana and the University of Southern Indiana Since 1985 USI has assumed management of the utopian historic town of New Harmony, encouraging cultural and educational programs while maintaining historic properties within the town. Undergraduate and Graduate Internships are available to students of History, Public Relations, Liberal Arts, Communications and Journalism, Speech, Computer Science, Marketing, Management, Education, Museum Studies and Business. W.K. Kellogg Biological Station and Michigan State University

University of Wisconsin-Madison Arboretum The arboretum was established in the early 1930s on farmland fields and pastures, when the university decided to re-establish natural landscapes upon the site. Its governance committee, the Arboretum Committee, includes faculty/staff who have a stake in its diverse programs and operations. The Committee advises

KBS is MSU’s largest off-campus education complex and one of North America’s premier inland field stations. KBS’s mission is focused on research and education in ecology and evolutionary biology and its application to sustainable agriculture and conservation. KBS fulfils many aspects of the land grant mission of MSU by integrating research, graduate and undergraduate education and outreach.

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Art as an Integral Part of the Park Identity Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park (Grand Rapids, MI)

This 139-acre park “promotes the enjoyment, understanding and appreciation of gardens, sculpture, the natural environment and the arts” and generates 600,000 visitors annually.

Anderson Japanese Gardens (Rockford, IL) In 1998, the 12-acre Japanese Gardens, designed by Hoichi Korisu, were donated by its founders, John and Linda Anderson, to the Rockford Rotary Charitable Association. Educational programs at the Anderson Gardens cover the language, arts, and culture of Japan, and the Gardens host formal tea ceremonies, ikebana and calligraphy demonstrations, bonsai displays, and feature programs for students and adults. Anderson Gardens hosts an annual Opening Day Celebration and Japanese Summer Festival, featuring celebrations of Japanese culture.

Oxbow School of Art (Saugatuck, MI) Operated by the School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC), Ox-Bow offers one- and two-week intensive courses in a variety of art disciplines taught by faculty from SAIC as well as other renowned institutions from around the nation. Additionally, Ox-Bow hosts a series of prominent visiting artists, historians, and critics each summer. Visiting artists give lectures in the evening, and critiques with students throughout the day. Every summer, over 500 artists travel to the Ox-Bow campus to study, teach, and make art. Longwood Gardens (Kennett Square, PA) With 20 outdoor gardens and 1,000,000 visitors annually, Longwood Gardens aspires to its vision “To be recognized as a world apart, a great garden of the world.” Its vision statement is that “Longwood Gardens is one of the great gardens of the world. We strive for innovation in horticulture and display. We present the arts in an unparalleled setting to bring pleasure and inspire the imagination of our guests. We contribute to society through excellent and diverse educational programs, horticultural research, environmental stewardship, and cultural and community engagement.” The legacy of Pierre du Pont, Longwood Gardens has 400 full-time employees and 800 volunteers.

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Filoli (Woodside, CA) In addition to its 36,000 SF historic house, Filoli includes a 16-acre English Renaissance garden and a 6.8-acre Gentlemen’s Orchard with 600 heirloom varieties of fruit trees. The 654-acre estate south of San Francisco includes a Nature Preserve with more than seven miles of well-maintained trails crisscrossing six different types of native California habitat where hiking is encouraged. Over 1,000 volunteers provide support to all facets of Filoli’s operations, including an education program for thousands of school children and teachers each year through three curriculum–based programs. Extensive adult education programs cover such topics as history, horticulture, art, botanical art, decorative arts, floral design, nature and preservation.

Engage a Diverse Audience and Encourage Public Use Allerton already does a good job of addressing this tenet. None of these precedents provided an especially compelling model for Allerton but ideas for future outreach may be extrapolated from one or more of them.

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Sustainability (Shelburne Farms; W. K. Kellogg Biological Station; University of WisconsinMadison Arboretum; Ryerson Woods-Lake County Forest Preserve; Sugar Grove Nature Center; and Ballard Nature Center) University of Wisconsin-Madison Arboretum (Also listed above) The Arboretum is a leader in restoration research and advances the discipline of restoration ecology to improve the practice of ecological restoration. The property includes Ecological Communities of Prairies & Savannas, Deciduous Forests, Conifer Forests, and Wetlands. The Horticultural Communities include the 50-acre Longenecker Gardens, Viburnum Gardens, and the Wisconsin Native Plant Garden. W.K. Kellogg Biological Station (Also listed above) Much of the habitat and species diversity that characterize the upper Midwest U.S. can be found within these 3200 acres. In addition, the spectrum of potential study sites ranges from relatively undisturbed ecosystems to intensively managed ones, and these ecosystems occur in a complex mosaic across the landscape, offering opportunities for studies of landscape-scale patterns and interactions. Habitats include wetlands, streams and rivers, lakes, forests and fields. The site includes a Bird Sanctuary, the Long-Term Ecological Research Program, the Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center Field Experiment Site, an Experimental Forest, and a Manor that was the W. K. Kellogg home.

profit organization was formed with the remaining 1400 acres. Shelburne Farms mission is to educate for a sustainable future. The calendar of education programs (at least two programs every day during the season) are tied to Shelburne Farms mission. Shelburne Farms collaborates with perhaps as many as 50 organizations and institutions to provide its programs, including the University of Vermont, Burlington Public Schools and 4-H. Of the food served at Shelburne Farms, 75% is sourced within the State of Vermont and 1/3 of the food has been grown at Shelburne Farms. The menus vary depending on the season. In conclusion, there are several observations that can be made: 1. M any of the most successful establishments researched either charged an admission or had a membership program. 2. M ost of the facilities relied on a program of volunteers that contributed significantly to their work force. 3. M any of the better established (and successful) facilities had a Foundation that provided crucial financial support and development assistance. 4. A common characteristic of the more successful establishments was their location within a significant population center. The complete results of the Precedent research can be found in the Appendix.

Shelburne Farms The Farm was created in 1886 with 3,800 acres. Beginning in 1910 the farm began to fail and over time the acreage was reduced in size until 1972 when the not-for-

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Master Plan Recommendations The recommendations that follow are organized by zone â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Natural Areas, Structures, Infrastructure, and Gardens. Various ideas were generated and then evaluated using the Master Plan Tenets developed earlier in the planning process as well as their ability to contribute positively towards the overall health of Allerton Park. The recommendations are then organized into phases, where implementation is considered.

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Diversified Farm

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4H Memorial Camp

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#2007 West Gardener's Cottage

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House in the Woods

#2092 Northwest Gardener's Cottage

Sun Singer

MAIN ENTRANCE

Water Tower

Meadow Boardwalk Fu Dog Garden

Sunken Garden Goldfish Pond

Meadow Mansion Centaur

Old Levee Road

Wastewater Plant

d ber Roa Old Tim

Canoe/Kayak Portage Bridge

Sangamon

River

Natural Areas Demonstration Prairie Demonstration Prairie

Music Barn Complex

Lost Garden

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300

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Allerton Park is made up of approximately 1,600 acres of what was originally the 12,000 acre agricultural enterprise called “The Farms.” The Park is bisected horizontally by the Sangamon River, with the roughly 700 acres south of the river being designated as the “Natural Areas” of the Park. The Natural Areas include acres of forest as well as a 30 acre demonstration prairie.

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Brown 2.6 miles

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The park contains 7 different well-established trails, totalling approximately 14 miles, affording ample opportunity to encounter both nature and art.

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Natural Trail

Boardwalk

Demonstration Prairie

Buck Schroth Trail Head

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Natural Areas For the most part, the Natural Areas are designated to receive the least amount of capital improvements called for in the Master Plan. In addition to the overall management Goals of the 2012 Natural Areas Management Plan, outlined below are the improvements recommended for the various Natural Areasâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; components. Canoe / Kayak Portage: Develop a portage site south of Old Levee Road Bridge to facilitate canoe/ kayak access for canoeists approaching from the east (Lodge Park). Connect access to the river with the Buck Schroth Trail. Coordinate with improvements to the Buck Schroth Trail â&#x20AC;&#x201C; see recommendations below. Meadow Boardwalk: Supplement and expand the existing boardwalk as necessary for future needs. Coordinate with future Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Nature Play Area. Demonstration Prairie: Continue maintenance and management of prairie.

Trail ID

Natural Area Trails: Continue to maintain and stabilize existing trails. There is no demonstrated need nor desire to expand the trail system and, therefore, no recommendation for expanding trail system. Trail Heads: At all trail heads, replace and improve trail head identifiers per Signage and Wayfinding plan currently being completed by Allerton. Provide composting restroom facilities selectively, as determined by the Park administration. At Buck Schroth Trail Head, make trail and parking improvements necessary to service the Canoe/Kayak portage. Provide picnic facilities and composting toilets. Connect trail to future canoe/kayak portage. Trail Head Signage

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Diversified Farm

550

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Diversified Farms Complex West Gardener’s Cottage

Park Core

4H Memorial Camp

400

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RD 4

House in the Woods r Road

WEST ENTRANCE

Wastewater Plant

Old Tim

House in the Woods

#2092 Northwest Gardener's Cottage

Sun Singer

MAIN ENTRANCE

Water Tower Fu Dog Garden Sunken Garden

Goldfish Pond

Meadow Mansion

Northwest Gardener’s Cottage Centaur

Old Levee Road

#2007 West Gardener's Cottage

Bridge

Sangamon

River

Demonstration Prairie

Music Barn Complex

Lost Garden

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South Gardener’s Cottage NR oa

Music Barn Complex & Brick Rental Property

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The plan above locates the primary existing structures within the Park.

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Main EntryEntry Main

The plan to the left locates the various structures within the Core Area. The notes below give some historical context to those structures.

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House of the Golden Buddhas 01. Lift Station: 1949; 15’x10’ brick on concrete foundation 02. Evergreen Lodge: 1956; 2,828 square feet, brick construction on concrete pad 03. Main Parking Lot Restrooms: 1965; 25’x20’, brick construction on concrete pad 04. Gate House: 1905; 3,200 square feet, brick construction, 3-story with partial basement 05. Mansion: 1899-1900, two stories with a basement and attic space, brick and limestone 06. Carriage House: rehabilitated 1914, three stories including basement, brick and limestone 07. Gazebo: 1910; 10’ height, wooden lattice, semi-circular, with concrete foundation 08. Visitor’s Center & Greenhouse: 1902, rehabilitated 1977; approximately 6,000 square feet, concrete foundation, central wood frame, side gabled with steel and glazed greenhouse wings to the northeast and southwest. 09. Regency: 1910; 50’x15’, wood frame construction on concrete pad. 10. Wood Shop: 1917; 2,200 square feet, front gabled, wood framed construction with stucco covering, 2 stories with basement. 11. Car Shop: 1902; 2,500 square feet, front gabled, wood frame construction on concrete foundation. 12. Car Shop Extension: 1920; 75’x15’, wood frame construction with shed roof on concrete foundation. 13. Metal Shop: 1920; 2,890 square feet side gabled, wood frame construction on a concrete foundation. 14. Maintenance Structure

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240'

15. House of the Golden Buddhas: 1917 & 1924; 30’h.x25’d., 2-level wood frame on concrete foundation with concrete risers. In 1924, the cast iron upper structure was added.

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Second

First-Carriage

Basement-Carriage

First-Butternut Room

First-Conservatory

First-Gallery

Second-Carriage

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First-Pine Room

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Section IV: Master Plan Recommendations Mansion & Carriage House: “Constructed of brick and limestone in 1899-1900, the Robert Allerton Mansion is of the Colonial Revival architectural style with significant Georgian influences. The American country place movement of the late 19th and early 20th Centuries played a significant role in the design of the house and its setting, emphasizing main rooms open to terraces and lawns. Although the exterior of the building has continued to exhibit the Colonial/Georgian Revival style, the interior design changed to fit the needs and tastes of Robert Allerton. The stable/carriage house initially built northeast of the mansion was rehabilitated into a garage/residential space and connected to the mansion in 1914. The design for the connecting hallway was the last project at the site by mansion architect John Borie. In 1948, the University of Illinois rehabilitated the carriage house area of the mansion into a lower level dining facility and upper level bedroom/office spaces to support conference center operations.

Main Entry

The mansion building is two stories with a basement and attic space. The primary living area of the building is a modified H-shaped Jacobean plan. A service wing, perpendicular to the northwest elevation, has a basement with three stories above. The former carriage house contains three levels; a basement, the dining facility and a partial residential/office spaces on southeast interior portion of the upper level. The carriage house is connected to the main house by a marble veneered hallway.” (Steve Thompson-see source list)

view from Meadow

RECOMMENDED WORK: Work within the Mansion is presented below by Phase. Phase 1 - Move Kitchen wing offices into Evergreen Lodge and remodel the space to increase lodging capacity. Update all guestrooms within the Kitchen wing first floor and provide en suite baths. Enhance recreational opportunities in basement through remodelling for additional game/lounge functions. First

First

First-Entry

Phase 2 – Update all guestrooms within the Mansion and provide en suite baths. Provide elevator so that all upper floors of the Mansion are accessible. Remodel Carriage House to serve as the /lobby space for Mansion visitors and guests, including possible food/drink & gallery/shop functions. Move Kitchen from Carriage House basement to first floor of expansion. Convert previous basement kitchen space to storage. Build 20,000 Sf expansion to include 300 person Ballroom (divisible into smaller Classroom/Meeting spaces), guest rooms (10), new kitchen, hospitality/service areas, restrooms, prefunction space and possible restaurant space. Phase 3 – Construct additional expansion to provide Guest Rooms (30) and Meeting Space. University of Illinois Allerton Park Master Plan

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Proposed Alternate View

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Prefunction

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Guest Rooms Above, Receiving/Laundry/Storage/Mechanical/Hospitality Below

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Kitchen M

Circ.

Phase 3

The additions to the Mansion create much needed interior program space, but also set up opportunities for exterior program space. Two options are portrayed at left; the image at top suggests a plein aire art class and the image at the bottom suggests a reception. As plans develop for the Mansion, special attention should be given to these exterior opportunities as well.

Phase 3

Conference Space

Prefunction

Guest Rooms

Phase 2-Mansion Expansion #1: Move Herb Garden back to its original location. Construct 20,000 SF addition - include new Kitchen, Laundry, divisible Ballroom, restrooms, pre-function space, ~10 new Guest Rooms, additional hospitality spaces, and mechanical space. Develop new exterior spaces in response to conferencing center program needs. Phase 3-Mansion Expansion #2: Construct 20,000 SF addition - include approximately 30 new Guest Rooms, hospitality space, and mechanical space.

PHASE THREE PLAN

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view from East

Entry

view from West

Gate House: â&#x20AC;&#x153;1905; 3,200 square feet, 3-story with partial basement and rear wing. John Borie designed Colonial Revival style with asphalt shingle covered flat-topped hipped roof. The rear extension has a half-hipped roof. Side brick chimneys exist on the northwest and southeast elevation of the main house roof. Another brick chimney exists on the roof of the half-hipped wing. Wooden 8 over 8 sash windows with green wooden shutters are typical. Copper downspouts and scuppers painted white are present. Main entry door has an arched projecting eave above and fanlights above the inner and outer door. Decorative detailing includes raised brick quoins and an arched dormer in the northeast elevation roof. The house is connected to the limestone and brick columns, the entry to the mansion drive. The gate itself is constructed of wooden swing doors. Decorative concrete vases are at the top of each column. In the interior, the rear wing has been altered from its original kitchen/dining area configuration to bedroom/bathroom space. The remainder of the interior has been altered to accommodate overnight guests at the conference center.â&#x20AC;? (Steve Thompson - see Source List)

view from South

view from North

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RECOMMENDED WORK: Remodel/renovate to enhance Lodging, providing en suite baths for all rooms. Consider use for Artists-in-Residence program when needed.

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View from parking

View from South

View from West

Evergreen Lodge: â&#x20AC;&#x153;1956; 2,828 square feet Colonial Revival style, bi-level, side gabled, brick construction with limestone details on concrete pad. Full width porch on northwest elevation. 8 over 8 wooden sash windows, shuttered on the gabled ends. Round wooden windows in the upper gable areas of the lower level. Brick chimney on southwest elevation. Best approximates mid to late 20th Century motel plan.â&#x20AC;? (Steve Thompson-see Source List) RECOMMENDED WORK: Renovate for use as an administrative center for Park Operations and offices.

interior

View from service drive

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Visitor’s Center/Greenhouse : “1902, rehabilitated in 1977; Approximately 6,000 square feet, concrete foundation, central wood frame, side gabled building (Robert Allerton Park Visitor Center) with steel and glazed greenhouse wings to the northeast and southwest. Extensive rehab of the southwest greenhouse in 1977 for park administrative space.” (Steve Thompson-see Source List)

View from Road

RECOMMENDED WORK: Upgrade Visitor’s Center. Add coffee and gift shop. Develop Education Center (Art, Nature, History, etc.). Develop pedestrian core/streetscape. Develop Arts related space - production, education, and retail. Possibly add modest Field Station.

between VC & Regency

VC Classroom

Regency: “1910; 50’x15’ center gabled with a cross gable on each end, wood frame construction on a concrete pad. 12-light wooden fixed sash windows, copper gutters/downspouts and wooden shingles. Originally used as a tool and pot shed for the formal gardens.” (Steve Thompson-see source list). Currently houses administrative offices.

VC Info Room

VC corridor

View from Meadow

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Regency

RECOMMENDED WORK: Upgrade Regency. Add coffee and gift shop. Develop Education Center (Art, Nature, History, etc.). Develop pedestrian core/streetscape. Develop Arts related space production, education, and retail. Possibly add modest Field Station.

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View from road

View from West

Entry

Corridor

Bedroom

Bathroom

House in the Woods: “1917; 35’x35’ 3-story with basement Colonial Revival style designed by Joseph Llwellyn. Wood framed on concrete foundation with gray stucco covering. Pyramidal roof with hexagonal asphalt shingles, two chimneys on the southeast elevation and an arched dormer on the northwest elevation. 8 over 8 wooden sash windows with concrete sill and aluminum screen units. Concrete Tuscan columns below a triangular pediment surround northwest elevation entry door. Portico is reminiscent of the Classical Revival style. Interior spaces have been modified on the first floor for sleeping rooms. The site was extensively landscaped with coniferous trees when the house was constructed. On the front lawns are the 49” lead sculptures of the Shepherd and Shepherdess, which are believed to date to the early 19” Century. This building was constructed on the site of the livestock farm that supported the Allerton Mansion. Evidence of below ground features exists to the north of the building. Across the Old Timber Road from the House-inthe Woods are the foundation remains of a livestock barn. The 4-H Memorial Camp Boat House across the road was built on the site of the former Allerton Mansion Livestock Farm Dairy Barn.” (Steve Thompson-see Source List) RECOMMENDED WORK: Maintain and continue to rent for large group rentals. Consider adding amenities to exterior for guests.

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Section IV: Master Plan Recommendations Maintenance Structures: Wood Shop: “1917; 2,200 square feet, 2-stories w/basement, front gabled, wood framed construction with stucco covering. Wood shingle roof covering. Pyramidal wooden ridge mounted monitor. Former root cellar and employee lounge.” (Steve Thompson-see Source List) RECOMMENDED WORK: Develop as an Arts related space- production, education, and retail.

Maintenance Structure

Car Shop: “1902; 2,500 square feet, front gabled, wood frame construction on concrete foundation. Wood shingle roof covering with pyramidal wooden roof monitor. Brick chimney side-mounted at the rear of the northeast elevation. Wooden overhead vehicle door with round wooden wind above on the southeast elevation. Possibly used as an icehouse and vehicle maintenance hoist house during the Robert Allerton era.” (Steve Thompson-see source list) Solar Panels

Burner

RECOMMENDED WORK: Develop as an Arts related space- production, education, and retail. Car Shop Extension: “1920; 75’x15’ wood frame construction with shed roof on concrete foundation.” (Steve Thompsonsee Source List) RECOMMENDED WORK: Develop as an Arts related space- production, education, and retail.

Woodshop

Car Shop

Metal Shop: “1920; 2,890 square feet side gabled, wood frame construction on a concrete foundation.” (Steve Thompson-see Source List) RECOMMENDED WORK: Develop as an Arts related space- production, education, and retail. Maintenance Structure: 2005, approximately 3,000 square feet hay-bale construction 5 bay maintenance building with loft.

Car Shop Extension

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Section IV: Master Plan Recommendations Gardener’s Cottages: South Gardener’s Cottage: “1955; 20’x13’ wood frame construction on concrete pad foundation with asphalt shingle covered roof. Garage- 1930; 50’x12’ front gabled, wood frame construction on concrete foundation with asphalt shingle covered roof.” (Steve Thompson-see Source List) South

RECOMMENDED WORK: Maintain/continue to rent. Remove structures when they outlive safe/useful life. Northwest Gardener’s Cottage: “1956; 25’x25’ front gabled, wood frame construction on concrete block foundation. Garage-1956; 25’x40’ front gabled, two bay, wood framed construction on concrete block foundation.” (Steve Thompson-see Source List) West

Northeast

RECOMMENDED WORK: Maintain/continue to rent. Remove structures when they outlive safe/useful life. West Gardener’s Cottage: “1932; 40’x30’ 2-stories with finished basement, front gabled with 3/4 porch, wood framed construction on concrete foundation. Asphalt shingled roof with side mounted brick chimney. Multi-light wooden windows on the porch, 3-light vertical upper sash over one light windows typical throughout the rest of the building. Decorative eave woodwork and a decorative (harp) vent in the front gable over the porch. Garage- 1932; 50’x20’ wood frame construction on concrete pad. Shed roof with asphalt shingle covering. Decorative detailing at eave. Wooden sliding doors. Fixed multi-light windows above sliding doors on west elevation.” (Steve Thompson-see Source List)

Northwest

RECOMMENDED WORK: Maintain/continue to rent. Remove structures when they outlive safe/useful life. Northeast Gardener’s Cottage: RECOMMENDED WORK: Renovate for Artist in Residence lodging. Northeast

Northeast

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Diversified Farms Complex: RECOMMENDED WORK: Develop as an Energy Farm per strategies found in the Allerton Park Climate Action Plan. Investigate lease option for complimentary agriculture programs. Minimize Park funding for maintenance of structures.

View from road

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Music Barn Complex: South Barn (Music Barn): “1890; 63’x50’ wood frame construction on a concrete (originally brick) foundation. Gambrel roof with asphalt shingle covering over a Shawyer Truss system. Vertical wood siding. Wooden sliding doors on east and west elevation. 4-light, fixed sash wooden windows are typical. (Steve Thompson-see Source List) Plan

Interior spaces have been modified to accommodate Robert Allerton Park programs. Modifications include restroom facilities and circulation improvements to the former 2nd tier hayloft area to permit performances. Cottage Barn: “1900; 36’x30’ post and beam construction on raised 3.5’ concrete foundation. Typical Midwestern dairy barn. Front gabled roof with protruding lip on the east elevation covered with asphalt shingles. Dutch doors and 4-light wooden sash windows are typical. Vertical wood siding.” (Steve Thompson-see Source List)

Cottage Shed

Brick Residence

Cottage Barn

Music Barn

Brick Residence: “1869; 52’x42’ 2-story with basement, Georgian Revival style. House has been extensively remodelled since its original construction in 1869 as a National style farmhouse. Square plan with rectilinear kitchen addition on west elevation. Brick and concrete foundation, hipped roof, main section, and gabled roof, kitchen addition, covered in asphalt shingles. Brick chimney protruding from gable on kitchen addition. Aluminum gutters and downspouts. 6 over 6 sash windows with aluminum storm units. Decorative crown mouldings and fixed side lights on first floor parlour windows on the east elevation. Portico over east elevation entrance. Transom lights over entry door. Semi-circular gable window and concrete deck/ loading dock on the west elevation. South elevation of the main plan includes sunrooms surrounded by wrought iron ornamentation at both the first and second floor levels.” (Steve Thompson-see Source List) RECOMMENDATIONS: Continue to accommodate music/performance program within the current Music Barn as long as necessary/practical. Reserve for Music Barn complex site for future natural-compatible use, including a possible future Field Station. Continue to maintain and rent brick house. Indoor Music Venue: Construct a new building to replace the Music Barn as a performance venue, with a seating capacity of up to 300-500 patrons. Locate near the existing main parking lot and expand the parking to the east as necessary.

Music Barn

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Diversified Farm

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Water Supply

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Wastewater Plant

#2092 Northwest Gardener's Cottage

Sun Singer

Centaur

d ber Roa Old Tim House in the Woods

Wastewater Treatment Plant

4H Memorial Camp

Parking Expansion

Campground

Main Entry MAIN ENTRANCE

Water Tower Fu Dog Garden Sunken Garden

Main Parking Lot Goldfish Pond

Meadow Mansion

Old Levee Road

#2007 West Gardener's Cottage

Bridge

Sangamon Footbridge Sangamon

River

Demonstration Prairie

Music Barn Complex

Lost Garden

South Entry

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Infrastructure / Overall Park

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The map above serves to locate the various Infrastructure elements within the Park. Detailed discussions of each element follow. Please note the map shows both existing and proposed elements.

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Infrastructure Utilities-Wastewater Treatment Plant: The existing plant was built in 1949, consists of antiquated technology (lmhoff tanks and a trickling filter), and has the capacity of 56,000 Gallons per Day design average flow and 140,000 GPD design maximum flow. Historically, monthly average flow has been within those limits.

Wastewater

The Master Plan recommends continued use of the existing system as long as practical. Assuming success in increasing the visitor count to Allerton Park, several initiatives will should be considered in order to ensure continued use: Decrease flow to the plant by replacing existing toilets with low flow models. All new plumbing fixtures should be low flow. Investigate and repair infrastructure by confirming separation of storm and sanitary and by repairing/replacing pipe and manholes to reduce infiltration. Evaluate the use of treated wastewater for Park irrigation use. Consider inclusion of a Living Machine as a part of future Park development. Monitor and make any repairs necessary to ensure Discharge Quality by addressing component issues as they arise. If the existing system ever warrants replacement, consider algae treatment with the potential to utilize research currently being performed at the Illini Algae lab at UIUC.

Wastewater

Utilities-Water Supply to Mansion: The water reservoir (steel elevated tank, 90â&#x20AC;&#x2122; height, with 30,000 gallon capacity) was built in 1964 and has been relatively well maintained. There is an existing issue with providing adequate water pressure to supply a fire suppression system within the Mansion.

Wastewater

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Automobile Circulation: The master plan calls for the continued maintenance of the roadway system at its current width, as it contributes to the intimacy of the Park experience. An increase in visitor numbers may trigger a re-evaluation of this recommendation. There are three major components of the Park’s roadway system that merit specific recommendations: (Vehicular Drop Off for Mansion, Art Village, 4H Access,)

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Vehicular Drop Off for Mansion: The master plans call for the creation of a grand boulevard entrance/exit from Old Timber Road, east of Gatehouse. This will present all visitors with the opportunity to view of the Mansion in much the same way as Robert Allerton’s guests would have. Envisioned as a vehicular path adjacent to the existing walk, paving alignment, plantings, lighting, and banners would create an entry sequence more in keeping with the Mansion’s grandeur. The new entrance boulevard would connect to existing main parking lot. Of note, along with this provision of new vehicular access to the Mansion, several other improvements are recommended. First, the need to formalize accessible parking near the mansion entrance, accomplished by improving the small existing pullout lot occasionally utilized for accessible parking today. Second, as the existing service drive west of the Main Parking Lot can be eliminated, a new pedestrian path from parking to the Mansion will need to be designed and constructed.

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4H Access: The master plan calls for continuing the cooperation and collaboration that has characterized the 4H/Allerton relationship and to look at alternate means of accommodating the 4H need for access with the Allerton desire to reduce traffic through the proposed Art Village. Additional discussion is warranted.

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Main Parking Lot: The existing bituminous pavement lot of 185 spaces serves the needs of the Mansion and adjacent structures and attractions. The master plan recommends reconstructing the two exterior bays and access aisles with permeable pavement, with improvements to the interior bays only when paving replacement is warranted. Plan for an additional bay of parking to the east when warranted, probably when the final expansion of the Mansion (Phase 3) is implemented. Consider the opportunity to include solar photovoltaics to generate power (and net N bioswales, all metering to the power grid), alternative fuel refuelling stations, and as a demonstration of the Park’s commitment to its Net Zero Energy goal.

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Bike Circulation: The Master Plan recommends continuing the implementation of the 2013 Shared Use Path Plan with two differences: 1. Plan for an additional parking area at the Diversified Farms 2. Eliminate construction of dedicated bicycle paths. Cars and bicycles sharing internal Park roadways is possible and eliminates the need for parallel paths (Phases 2-4) to be constructed and maintained.

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Old Timber Road Improvements: Continue the systematic removal of Osage Orange trees along the north entry road.

Old Levee Road Improvements: Continue the systematic replacement of Spruce trees along the south entry road.

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Vehicular Entrances: At the intersection of Old Timber and Old Levee Roads, improve the entrance into the park by enhancing the plantings and signage. Included in the planting is an inclusion of understory planting to reinforce the importance of this entry. Improve the two primary vehicular entrances (the north entrance and the south entrance off of Allerton Road) with plantings and with signage/wayfinding per the Signage and Wayfinding Plan currently being completed by Allerton. Improve security at existing West entrance and coordinate this with resolution of 4H access.

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Proposed Concerts in the Park: The master plan recognizes the value of the Parkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Concert series and continued park development should support this initiative. To that end, it is recommended that electrical/IT connections be improved or extended to strategically located sites throughout the Park. Likewise, toilet facilities to support this emphasis should be planned, with initial work including upgraded restrooms north of main parking lot and the addition of composting restroom facilities southeast of Sunken Garden.

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Rotating Art Displays: The master plan recommends the continuation of program to provide additional locations for rotating art displays around the core of the Park. The opportunity exists to complement the Parkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s commitment to Energy and Sustainability by installing sculptures with a renewable energy theme.

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Nature Play Summary: In the 1946 gift agreement, it’s clear that Robert Allerton was most proud of the gardens he had created within the Park. The gardens, created and shaped during the 1920’s and 30’s, were the best representation of Robert’s love of art in a natural setting and were most noted with specific instructions and protections. There have been a number of studies over undertaken since the gift. The master plan recognizes that work and generally adopts the improvement/restoration recommendations from the Cultural Landscape Treatment Plan (Sasaki/Berg – 2001) and the Robert Allerton Park Review and Prioritization of Work Recommendations (Johnson/Lasky – 2005) with few exceptions. Those exceptions are noted below. Lost Garden: Consistent with previous improvement/restoration recommendations, further future development (and application of resources) for the Lost Garden is not called for. It is recommended any improvements be tied to a specific, interested donor. Goldfish Pond: There are no recommendations for future development (and application of resources) for the Goldfish Pond. It is recommended any improvements be tied to a specific, interested donor. Bulb Garden: The Bulb Garden is an exception to previous improvement/restoration recommendations. As the garden is studied further for redevelopment, a new garden with new planting and walkway layouts may be considered and may not adhere to previous improvement/ restoration recommendations. Brick Walled Garden: Another exception to previous improvement/restoration recommendations, is the proposal to open the central north portal of the brick walled garden to connect to the western edge of a restored South Vine Walk. This action will provide a great opportunity for a new garden along the restored spine, south of the Gate House.

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Herb Garden: The existing Herb Garden, currently located east of the Carriage House is proposed to be relocated to its original location northwest of the Mansion. This improvement will be coordinated with the first Mansion expansion. New Gardens: A new Children’s Garden is proposed south of the Gate House, accessible from the Visitor’s Center via the new opening in the Brick Wall Garden. A new Nature Play Garden is proposed near the existing Wetland Boardwalk area.

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Formal Garden Area Main Entry The plan to the left locates the components of the formal garden area. While much of the previous improvement/restoration recommendations have been completed, the notes that accompany the formal garden components below generally represent work scope that remains.

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A: Fu Dog Garden: Conserve/reproduce Fu Dogs. B: Vine Walk: SOUTH-Reconstruct Vine Walk structure and Vine Walk plantings. Replace Cedars.NORTH-Rehabilitate House of Golden Buddhas,Siamese Buddhas and Hari-Hara, restore/ reconstruct Vine Walk structure, restore/ reconstruct Vine Walk plantings.

C: Herb Garden: see previous page D: Reflecting Pond E: Wetland Boardwalk: Continue boardwalk as warranted. F: Gazebo and Spring Garden G: Meadow H: Avenue of Formal Garden: Clean/ conserve primitive men. I: Rose Terrace: Clean/conserve sea maidens and columns. J: Brick Wall Garden: Preserve sculptures. Provide pedestrian access from the Brick Walled Garden to Vine Walk South.

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L: Triangle Parterre Garden: Reduce height/width of parterres, replace arborvitae in triangles, replace arborvitae on N/S edges, restore/rehab west wall plantings, restore historic arch in stair tower, clean/conserve lions and sculpture, remove foundations at north side. M: Annual Garden: Restore/plan for new plantings, replace south cedars. N: Bulb Garden: Replace south cedars. Plan for new garden. O: Peony Garden: Repair concrete walls, arborvitae at main path, possibly relocate Three Graces. P: Chinese Maze Garden: Reduce height/ width of hedges, repair concrete walls, strengthen espalier wall plantings, replace/conserve Chinese Goldfish, replace arborvitae in corridor. Q: Avenue of the Chinese Musicians R: Sunken Garden: Repair concrete walls and pylons, repair/replace lattice. S: Nature Gardens: Plan for new garden. See additional description elsewhere. T: Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Garden: Plan for new garden. See additional description University of Illinois Allerton Park Master Plan

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A goal of the plan is to enhance the appeal of the park to children and young families. To that end, two new play-oriented spaces have been envisioned.

Nature Play: The proposed nature play space builds on the previous boardwalk project, which created an opportunity for direct engagement with natural areas. The nature play space would be accessed via the boardwalk, and would be designed to allow kids and families the opportunity to get dirty, manipulate water, soils, sand, and rocks. Signage will allow users to interpret the ecology around them.

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Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Garden: Located just southeast of the gatehouse, the new Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Garden would offer a tidier, yet no less imaginative play experience. While the final design details of the garden will need to be determined as part of a future phase, one opportunity would be to create a tree house and series of accessible bridges and platforms that create engagement with the tree canopy.

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Phase 1 Improvements Phase 1 allows Allerton Park to show immediate improvement through a procession of relatively small, yet high profile projects. The first step is to improve the main Park entrance as a show that the University is serious about improving the Park. That statement is made at a location seen by everyone who visits the Park. The next step is to showcase the mansion through the establishment of a new entrance that that will route most visitors down a new entrance road, an allee, which presents the house in much the same way Robert Allertonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s many guests approached it. This new approach to the Mansion/Retreat Center is a significant improvement to the sense of arrival and the presentation of the Mansion and will contribute to the success of the operation. Of note, along with this provision of new vehicular access to the Mansion, several other improvements are necessary. First comes the need to formalize accessible parking near the mansion entrance. This is

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accomplished by improving the small pull-out lot occasionally utilized for accessible parking now. Second, the existing service drive west of the Main Parking lot can be eliminated and a new pedestrian path from parking to the mansion will need to be designed and constructed. The next step is to relocate the administrative office space within the Regency into Evergreen Lodge and renovate the existing buildings to improve the Visitor Center and to establish an Art and Education Village. This will be where Allerton Park expands its identity by establishing a place where both art education and art production can take place, supported by gallery and retail opportunities. The existing cafĂŠ near the Visitor Center is improved in support of both the Village and the Visitor Center. To complete the village, a new maintenance building is constructed and the existing maintenance operations along Old Timber Road are relocated. Those former maintenance buildings are re-purposed into art education, production, gallery, and retail space as necessary to support the new program. The village feel is supported by new streetscape treatments to help establish scale and character and to

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emphasize a more pedestrian experience. A new Parking lot of permeable pavement is constructed to serve this expanded program. Complimentary utility improvements are made as construction occurs in a particular area and/or in support of changing capacity needs. Finally, improvements are made to the Mansion to enhance the recreational opportunities and to provide a modest (2 room) increase in bed count. These hospitality improvements are made in the most publically accessible areas of the Mansion to further promote the Parkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s renaissance. A construction duration of approximately 18 months is estimated for the work above. Specific work scopes are noted elsewhere.

Phase 2 Improvements Phase 2 is about positioning the Allerton Park Retreat Center to better meet current and emerging market demands. By increasing its room count making the Retreat Center accessible, and improving its capability as a conferencing/ wedding venue, Allerton Park Retreat Center becomes more competitive in that market. Additionally, Garden improvements complimentary to construction are implemented. Phase 2 will begin with the relocation of the Herb Garden, returning it to its original location outside the Kitchen wing of the Mansion. Its relocation will allow for the construction of a 20,000 square foot addition to the Mansion, east of the Carriage House. The addition will contain, hospitality/service spaces, ballroom and meeting spaces, dining, prefunctions space, an additional 10 guest rooms, and new kitchen facilities on the same floor as the primary meeting spaces. Consideration for the accommodation of a future restaurant on the first floor will be included. Develop new exterior spaces in response to conferencing center program needs.

Retreat guests. That floor will include a complimentary food/drink venue as well as a gallery/shop space. The Mansion will see significant work as an elevator is installed to provide accessible access to upper floors. Guest room remodelling will occur in three structures: upper levels of the Carriage House, the Gate House, and Mansion guest rooms untouched by Phase 1. Guest Room work will provide modern room layouts and en suite baths. All told, the capacity of the Retreat Center should increase by approximately 10 rooms. To support the work above, the main parking lot will be renovated and utility work, consistent with the increase in capacity, will occur. The area around the Gate House will see the establishment of a new Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Garden with access to the Brick Wall Garden to the west through a new opening and access to the extended Vine Walk to the east. A construction duration of approximately 18 months is estimated for the work above. Please refer the accompanying schedule.

Phase 3 Improvements Phase 3 allows Allerton Park to accommodate larger events in the conferencing/ wedding market by increasing the guest room count by an additional 30 rooms. By further expanding the Retreat Center to the east, additional outdoor venues are created adjacent to the mansion to supplement program needs. Utility work, consistent with the increase in capacity, will occur. A construction duration of approximately 8 months is estimated for the work above. Please refer the accompanying schedule.

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A. Relocate Administrative Offices to Evergreen Lodge: Make necessary accommodations for offices in Evergreen Lodge. Move out of Regency, Kitchen Wing, etc. B. Establish Village Art Program: Remodel Regency for Village Art-related spaces- education, production, gallery, retail, coffee shop, etc. as necessary to follow program development. Upgrade Visitorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Center. Develop north yard into entrance/sculpture court in support of cafĂŠ.

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C. Increase Mansion Room count: Remodel vacated office space in Kitchen Wing into guest room with en-suite bath. D. Enhance Mansion recreational opportunities: Remodel basement into Lounge. E. Vehicular drop-off for Mansion: Develop grand entrance by relocating access to Mansion and existing parking lot via new entrance off of Old Timber Road near Gatehouse, providing accommodations for continued outdoor music (power, lighting, renovated washrooms north of parking, etc.) Add new water service to Mansion for fire safety and future expansion. Restore and enhance entry at intersection of Old Timber/Old Levee Roads. Improve small parking lot to the west of the new drop off. Eliminate existing service drive west of the Main parking lot and provide a new pedestrian path from parking to the Mansion. G. Continue Village Art Program: Construct new Maintenance Facility and provide new road access to 4H. Relocate Maintenance out of existing Old Timber Road facilities into new facility. Remodel for Art-related spaces - education, production, gallery, retail as necessary to follow program development. Extend telecommunications. Develop new parking areas. Develop pedestrian core streetscape and signage. Open west wall in Brick Garden connecting Garden to Old Timber Road. N 0

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H. Wastewater Treatment: Monitor quality and capacity needs and make adjustments as necessary. Reduce load as much as possible. Verify storm is separated from sanitary sewer. Install Low Flow Toilets. Evaluate and repair existing sanitary lines/man holes to reduce infiltration and inflow. Evaluate the use of treated wastewater for Park irrigation use.

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H. Mansion Expansion #1: Move Herb Garden back to its original location. Construct 20,000 SF addition - include new Kitchen, Laundry, divisible Ballroom, restrooms, pre-function space, ~10 new Guest Rooms, additional hospitality spaces, and mechanical space.

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I. Mansion Remodel/Renovation: Convert Carriage House into Lobby/Orientation space for Mansion Retreat Center. Allow for development of cafe (food and drink) and retail (gallery/shop) as program grows. Update Guest Rooms and provide en-suite bathrooms. Add elevator to Mansion. J. Gatehouse Remodel/Renovation: Update all Guest Rooms to provide en-suite bathrooms. K. Wastewater Treatment: Monitor quality and capacity requirements. Investigate and implement reduction strategies and add capacity as necessary. L. Power and Data: Extend existing electric and telecommunications to the new addition. M. Build Garden South of Gate House: Open north wall of Brick Garden, connect to a restored South Vine Walk, and create new Garden south of Gate House. N. Vehicle Entry: Old Timber Road and E 1550 N Road: Enhance entrance with plantings and way finding per Signage and Wayfinding Plan currently being completed by Allerton. O. Vehicle Entry: Allerton Road Entrance: Enhance entrance with plantings and way finding per Signage and Wayfinding Plan currently being completed by Allerton. P. M ain Parking Lot: Reconstruct two exterior bays and access aisles with permeable pavement. Minimal attention to interior bays - permeable pavement when replacement required. Sustainability improvements may include: Solar photovoltaic to generate electricity to power lights, alternative fuel refuelling stations, etc., bioswales. Confirm need for additional development/further improvements associated with Phase 3.

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relocations. This allows the Regency, Visitor’s Center, and vacated maintenance buildings to become the Art Village, with streetscape and parking provided.

In addition to the three phase plan shown, an alternative is offered. In this alternative phasing plan, a greater value is placed on the ability to generate revenue more immediately. As such, the three phases are consolidated into two, permitting an increase in room count, and increased revenue, in the first phase. The following is a summary of the two phase alternative.

The main parking lot will be renovated and utility work, consistent with the increase in capacity, will occur.

Alternate Phase 1 Improvements Alternate Phase 1 effectively combines the improvements of Phases 1 and 2 into a single phase, allowing Allerton Park to increase room count and increase revenue more quickly. As more of the park’s primary structures are involved in this effort, the Park’s ability to function as a retreat center will be compromised during construction. The work described for the main entrance and the new entrance to the Mansion remain the same, resulting in the provision of a new vehicular access along the allee to the Mansion and a new pedestrian path from the existing parking lot to the Mansion. Complimentary utility expansion/improvements are coordinated. Within the Mansion, a new elevator and room improvements results in upgraded, accessible guest rooms. The Carriage House is renovated to allow it to become the new orientation space for the Retreat Center. An addition to the Mansion and Carriage House provides the additional rooms and new kitchen and conferencing capacity.

The area around the Gate House will see the establishment of a new Children’s Garden with access to the Brick Wall Garden to the west through a new opening and access to the extended Vine Walk to the east. Individual work scopes are consistent with the previously detailed Phases 1 and 2. A construction duration of approximately 24 months is estimated for the work in Alternate Phase 1.

Alternate Phase 2 Improvements Alternate Phase 2 allows Allerton Park to accommodate larger events in the conferencing/wedding market by increasing the guest room count by an additional 30 rooms. By further expanding the Retreat Center to the east, additional outdoor venues are created adjacent to the mansion to supplement program needs. Utility work, consistent with the increase in capacity, will occur. A construction duration of approximately 8 months is estimated for the work in Alternate Phase 2.

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Common Component Description Beyond the recommended work included in the three Phases, additional recommended work throughout the Park remains. Much of this work is in the Gardens, where individual projects, more independent than the work described any of the Phases, can be undertaken as funding or fundraising allows. The scopes for this additional work is listed in the following pages. Included in that listing is the priority value assigned by the Allerton Building Committee.

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Master Plan Recommendations

Canoe/Kayak Portage

Develop a portage site south of Old Levee Road Bridge to facilitate canoe/kayak access for canoeists approaching from the east (Lodge Park). Connect access to the river with the Buck Schroth Trail. Coordinate with improvements to the Buck Schroth Trail â&#x20AC;&#x201C; see recommendations below.

Trail Heads

At all trail heads, replace and improve trail head identifiers per Signage and Wayfinding plan currently being completed by Allerton. Provide composting restroom facilities selectively, as determined by the Park administration.

Wetland Boardwalk

Supplement and expand the existing boardwalk as necessary for future needs. Coordinate with future Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Nature Play Area.

Demonstration Prairie

Continue maintenance and management of Demonstration Prairie.

No Work Recommended

Natural Area Trails

Continue to maintain and stabilize existing trails. There is no demonstrated need nor desire to expand the trail system and, therefore, no recommendation for expanding trail system.

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Diversified Farms Complex

Develop as an Energy Farm per strategies found in the Allerton Park Climate Action Plan. Investigate lease options for complimentary agriculture-based programs. Minimize Park funding for maintenance of structures.

Music Barn Complex

Continue to accommodate music/performance program within the current Music Barn as long as necessary/practical. Reserve the Music Barn complex site for future natural-compatible use, including a possible future Field Station. Continue to maintain and rent brick house.

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Maintain and continue to rent. Remove structures when they outlive their safe/useful life. Renovate the Northeast Gardener's Cottage for Artist in Residence lodging.

Indoor Music Venue

Construct a new building to replace the Music Barn as a performance venue, with a seating capacity of up to 300-500 patrons. Locate, pending further discussion, near the existing main parking lot and expand the parking to the east as necessary.

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Rotating Art Displays

Continuef program to provide additional locations for rotating art displays around the core of the Park. The opportunity exists to complement the Parkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s commitment to Energy and Sustainability by installing sculptures with a renewable energy theme.

Proposed Concerts in the Park

The master plan recognizes the value of the Parkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Concert series and future park development should support this initiative. To that end, it is recommended that electrical/IT connections be improved or extended to strategically located sites throughout the Park. Likewise, toilet facilities to support this emphasis should be planned, with initial work including upgraded restrooms north of main parking lot and the addition of composting restroom facilities southeast of Sunken Garden.

Utilities-Wastewater Treatment Plant

The Master Plan recommends continued use of the existing system as long as practical. Assuming success in increasing the visitor count to Allerton Park, several initiatives will should be considered in order to ensure continued use of the current system: Decrease flow to the plant by replacing existing toilets with low flow models; all new plumbing fixtures should be low flow; investigate and repair infrastructure by confirming separation of storm and sanitary and by repairing/replacing pipe and manholes to reduce infiltration; evaluate the use of treated wastewater for Park irrigation use; consider inclusion of a Living Machine as a part of future Park development; and monitor/makenecessary repairs to ensure discharge quality by addressing component issues as they arise. If the existing system ever warrants replacement, consider algae treatment with the potential to utilize research currently being performed at the Illini Algae lab at UIUC.

Utilities- Water Supply to Mansion

The master plan recommends modifying the existing water system by increasing the size of the supply line to the Mansion in order to provide required pressure for existing fire suppression system at the Mansion and for planned expansions. Coordinate the supply line increase with other site work in and around the Mansion.

Temprary parking lot north of Old Timber and the Sunken Garden

It is recommended improving the all-season access to and from this parking area. With a capacity of approximately 300 cars, the Park could benefit from earthwork to improve drainage.

Bicycle Circulation

The Master Plan recommends continuing the implementation of the 2013 Shared Use Path Plan with two differences: Plan for an additional bike parking area at the Diversified Farms, and eliminate construction of dedicated bicycle paths. Cars and bicycles sharing internal Park roadways is possible and eliminates the need to construct and maintain parallel paths (Phases 2-4).

Sangamon Footbridge

Connect the trails systems between the north and south side of the Sangamon with a pedestrian footbridge. The ultimate location for the bridge will require further study, however consider connecting the Brown and Blue trails.

Proposed Campground

Stakeholder input included a preference for the establishment of a campground within the park. A number of locations were considered, with the conclusion that establishing a campground south of Diversified Farms, south of Old Timber Road to be the best.

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Gardens

Master Plan Recommendations

Sunken Garden

Repair concrete walls and pylons, repair/replace lattice.

Triangle Parterre Garden

Reduce height/width of parterres, replace arborvitae in triangles, replace arborvitae on north/south edges, restore/rehab west wall plantings, restore historic arch in stair tower, clean/conserve lions and sculpture, remove foundations at north side.

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Annual Garden

Restore/plan for new plantings, replace south cedars.

1.5

Peony Garden

Repair concrete walls, arborvitae at main path, possibly relocate Three Graces.

1.5

Bulb Garden

Replace south cedars. Plan for new garden.

Chinese Maze Garden

Reduce height/width of hedges, repair concrete walls, strengthen espalier wall plantings, replace/conserve Chinese Goldfish, replace arborvitae in corridor.

Rose Terrace

Clean/conserve Sea Maidens and columns.

Vine Walk North

Rehabilitate House of Golden Buddhas, Siamese Buddhas and Hari-Hara, restore/reconstruct Vine Walk structure, restore/reconstruct Vine Walk plantings

Square Parterre Garden

Reduce height/width of parterres, restore west wall plantings, restore urns.

Wetland Boardwalk

Supplement and expand the existing boardwalk as necessary for future needs. Coordinate with future Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Nature Play Area.

Brick Wall Garden

Preserve sculptures.

Avenue of Chinese Musicians

No capital projects are recommended for this garden.

No Work Recommended

Meadow

No capital projects are recommended

No Work Recommended

Avenue of Formal Garden

Clean/conserve Primitive Men.

No Work Recommended

Gazebo and Spring Garden

No capital projects are recommended for this garden.

No Work Recommended

Lost Garden

No capital projects are recommended for this garden. It is recommended any improvements be tied to a specific, interested donor.

No Work Recommended

Goldfish Pond

No capital projects are recommended for this garden. It is recommended any improvements be tied to a specific, interested donor.

No Work Recommended

Reflecting Pond

No capital projects are recommended for this garden.

No Work Recommended

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Sustainability Wind Turbines

Photovoltaic Carports

Small Scale Hydro Power

Solar Lighting

Rain Water Cisterns

With the adoption of the A Climate Action Plan for Robert Allerton Park and Conference Center at the University of Illinois at Urbana--‐Champaign in October 2013, Allerton Park formalized their previous declaration of positioning the Park as a working demonstration of sustainability and environmental conservation. In 2008, the University of Illinois at Urbana--‐Champaign signed the American College & University Presidents’ Climate Commitment. This action committed the campus to carbon neutrality by the year 2050. It also lead to the development of the Illinois Climate Action Plan (iCAP), a detailed plan that lays out strategies for achieving the 2050 commitment. Inspired by this pledge and as a part of the iCAP, Allerton Park has created the following Allerton Park Climate Action Plan (apCAP). This Plan is created to assist in meeting the University’s iCAP climate commitments by describing the Park’s role in the path toward carbon neutrality on a localized scale. As a leading entity in campus environmental conservation and sustainability and a valued asset within the state of Illinois, the Park plays an important role as a model for the campus community, state conservation areas, and historic properties. This Plan represents a roadmap for a climate neutral future at Allerton, it outlines strategies, initiatives, and targets toward meeting the goal of carbon neutrality by 2035. (Allerton Park Climate Action Plan, 2013) Consistent with this proclamation, this master plan includes a number of Sustainability and Energy/Carbon Reduction Concepts associated with the various plan components - Natural Areas, Infrastructures, Structures, and Gardens – and are included the Appendix. Also included in the Appendix are other miscellaneous Sustainability and Energy/Carbon Reduction Concepts not associated with any one plan component. The application of any of the strategies noted should be considered within the context of the Allerton Park Climate Action Plan.

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Master Plan Recommendations

Sustainability Concepts

Energy/Carbon Reduction Concepts

Canoe/Kayak Portage

Use FSC certified wood products for construction of new portage (if applicable).

- Small-scale hydropower (~1 kW output) w/ low head capabilities (i.e., streams in lieu of waterfalls required) - http://www.powerspout.com/low-head/ - To be seen via hiking trails with signage, or to be seen as “pull-over” point on Old Levee Road over bridge leading to Allerton Rd with signage - Generated electricity to power exterior road lights and/or exterior bridge lighting as well as signage technology (iPad with “How Hydropower works”). - Pending hydro study

Wetland Boardwalk

Supplement and expand the existing boardwalk as necessary for future needs. Coordinate with future Children’s Nature Play Area.

Use FSC certified wood products for construction of new boardwalk extension.

Demonstration Prairie

Continue maintenance and management of Demonstration Prairie.

Natural Area Trails

Continue to maintain and stabilize existing trails. There is no demonstrated need nor desire to expand the trail system and, therefore, no recommendation for expanding trail system.

If signage or trails require lighting, use solar powered light fixtures.

Trail Heads

Provide composting restroom facilities as required

If signage or trails require lighting, use solar powered light fixtures.

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Sustainability Concepts

Energy/Carbon Reduction Concepts

UtilitiesWastewater Treatment Plant

The Master Plan recommends continued use of the existing system as long as practical. Assuming success in increasing the visitor count to Allerton Park, several initiatives will should be considered in order to ensure continued use of the current system: Decrease flow to the plant by replacing existing toilets with low flow models; all new plumbing fixtures should be low flow; investigate and repair infrastructure by confirming separation of storm and sanitary and by repairing / replacing pipe and manholes to reduce infiltration; evaluate the use of treated wastewater for Park irrigation use; consider inclusion of a Living Machine as a part of future Park development; and monitor/makenecessary repairs to ensure discharge quality by addressing component issues as they arise. If the existing system ever warrants replacement, consider algae treatment with the potential to utilize research currently being performed at the Illini Algae lab at UIUC.

Complete water quality tests of discharge water to validate it continues to be environmentally safe. Evaluate the use of treated wastewater for Park irrigation use. Conversion of vacant greenhouses adjacent to Visitor’s Center to “Living Machine” facility (http://www.livingmachines.com/Home.aspx) Future elimination of on-site waste-water treatment plant

Install high-efficiency motors for the sludge pumps and aerator system. Conversion of vacant greenhouses adjacent to Visitor’s Center to “Living Machine” facility (http://www.livingmachines.com/Home.aspx) Future elimination of on-site waste-water treatment plant

Utilities Water Supply to Mansion

The master plan recommends modifying the existing water system by increasing the size of the supply line to the Mansion in order to provide required pressure for existing fire suppression system at the Mansion and for planned expansions. Coordinate the supply line increase with other site work in and around the Mansion.

Capture rainwater for indoor fixture usage (water closets, urinals) in lieu of using potable water.

Modify existing fixtures with low-flow fixtures (energy savings will be seen by reduced hot water generation at water heaters).

Vehicular Drop Off for Mansion

The master plans call for the creation of a grand boulevard entrance/exit from Old Timber Road, east of Gatehouse. This will present all visitors with the opportunity to view of the Mansion in much the same way as Robert Allerton’s guests would have. Envisioned as a vehicular path adjacent to the existing wall, paving alignment, plantings, lighting, and banners would create an entry sequence more in keeping with the Mansion’s grandeur. The new entrance boulevard would connect to existing main parking lot.

Use concrete mixes with recycled content and/or regional material ingredients.

Roadway lighting, parking lot lighting, path lighting converted to stand-alone PV/wind lighting poles (http://www.toboaenergy.com/store/UGE_SLS_200w.asp)

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Sustainability Concepts

Energy/Carbon Reduction Concepts

4H Access

The master plan calls for continuing the cooperation and collaboration that has characterized the 4H/Allerton relationship and to look at alternate means of accommodating the 4H need for access with the Allerton desire to reduce traffic through the proposed Art Village.

Use concrete mixes with recycled content and/or regional material ingredients.

Roadway lighting, parking lot lighting, path lighting converted to stand-alone PV/wind lighting poles (http://www.toboaenergy.com/store/UGE_SLS_200w.asp)

Art Village

The master plan recommends consolidating the maintenance function off of Old Timber Road and creating an Art Village. In doing so, traffic on Old Timber Road should be reduced to support a more pedestrian experience between the north and south sides of the Village and road.

Use concrete mixes with recycled content and/or regional material ingredients.

Roadway lighting, parking lot lighting, path lighting converted to stand-alone PV/wind lighting poles (http://www.toboaenergy.com/store/UGE_SLS_200w.asp)

Main Parking Lot

The master plan recommends reconstructing the two exterior bays and access aisles with permeable pavement, with improvements to the interior bays only when paving replacement is warranted. Plan for an additional bay of parking to the east when warranted, anticipated when the final expansion of the Mansion (Phase 3) is implemented. Consider the opportunity to include solar photovoltaics to generate power (and net metering to the power grid), alternative fuel refueling stations, and bioswales, all as a demonstration of the Parkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s commitment to its Net Zero Energy goal.

Provide permeable pavement when the interior bays require replacement. Possible Sustainability improvements; Suggest adding signage explaining interior parking bay strategy. Provide bioswales as appropriate.

Solar Photovoltaic carport installation at main parking lot - http://www.schletter.us/carport.html - Generated electricity to power campus grid and net metering to Ameren grid. Roadway lighting, parking lot lighting, path lighting converted to stand-alone PV/wind lighting poles (http://www.toboaenergy.com/store/UGE_SLS_200w.asp) - Generated electricity to power alternative fuel refueling stations

Old Timber Road Improvements

Enhance entrance with plantings and way finding per Signage and Wayfinding Plan currently being completed by Allerton. Continue the systematic removal of Osage Orange trees along the north entry road.

Evaluate if removed trees can be used for existing biomass boiler system fuel.

Old Levee Road Improvements

Enhance entrance with plantings and way finding per Signage and Wayfinding Plan currently being completed by Allerton. Continue the systematic replacement of Spruce trees along the south entry road.

Evaluate if removed trees can be used for existing biomass boiler system fuel.

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Master Plan Recommendations

Sustainability Concepts

Energy/Carbon Reduction Concepts

Temporary parking lot north of Old Timber and the Sunken Garden

It is recommended improving the all-season access to and from this parking area. With a capacity of approximately 300 cars, the Park could benefit from earthwork to improve drainage.

If signage is required and lighting is needed, use solar powered light fixtures.

Bicycle Circulation

Add Bike-share stations for access through-out campus for staff/visitors. Suggest adding permeable pavement for any additional parking areas.

Roadway lighting, parking lot lighting, path lighting converted to stand-alone PV/wind lighting poles (http://www.toboaenergy.com/store/UGE_SLS_200w.asp)

Vehicle Entrances

At the intersection of Old Timber and Old Levee Roads, improve the entrance into the park by enhancing the plantings and signage. Included in the improvements is an understory planting to reinforce the importance of this entry. Improve the two primary vehicular entrances (the north entrance and the south entrance off of Allerton Road) with plantings and signage/wayfinding per the Signage and Wayfinding Plan currently being completed by Allerton.

Sangamon Footbridge

Use FSC certified wood products for construction of new bridge (if applicable).

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Master Plan Recommendations

Sustainability Concepts

Energy/Carbon Reduction Concepts

Proposed Campground

Encourage the practice of "Leave No Trace Camping" (https://lnt.org/learn/7-principles)

Solar powered trash compactors (http://www.wm.com/enterprise/municipalities/community -solutions/solar-powered-trash-compactor.jsp)

Proposed Concerts in the Park

The master plan recognizes the value of the Parkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Concert series and continued park development should support this initiative. To that end, it is recommended that electrical/IT connections be improved or extended to strategically located sites throughout the Park. Likewise, toilet facilities to support this emphasis should be planned, with initial work including upgraded restrooms north of main parking lot and the addition of composting restroom facilities southeast of Sunken Garden.

Provide composting restroom facilities. Consider renewable energy generation if remote locations.

If signage or trails require lighting, use solar powered light fixtures.

Rotating Art Displays

The master plan recommends the continuation of program to provide additional locations for rotating art displays around the core of the Park. The opportunity exists to complement the Parkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s commitment to Energy and Sustainability by installing sculptures with a renewable energy theme.

Art trail of renewable energy sculptures. Sculptures would be commissioned with a "renewable energy" theme.

Sculptures to self-power signage and/or sculpture lighting as necessary.

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Structure

Master Plan Recommendations

Sustainability Concepts

Energy/Carbon Reduction Concepts

Mansion and Carriage House

Phase 1 - Move Kitchen wing offices into Evergreen Lodge and remodel the space to increase lodging capacity. Update all guestrooms within the Kitchen wing first floor and provide en suite baths. Enhance recreational opportunities in basement through remodeling for additional game/lounge functions.

Obtain LEED certification for Mansion. Design any addition for LEED Platinum certification.

Installation of geothermal well system. Replace existing DX units with Fan Coil Units for cooling. Use of existing HW radiators to provide heating. Solar Thermal water heating system. Reuse kitchen oil to power retrofitted grounds vehicles. Blower door infiltration tests of all buildings to reduce infiltration loads.

- Design/Installation of full campus Building Automation System (BAS) to control lighting, mechanical, non-regulated systems - NEST thermostats is also a possibility and is less invasive

Phase 2 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Update all guestrooms within the Mansion and provide en suite baths. Provide accessible elevator access to all upper floors of the Mansion. Remodel Carriage House to serve as the /lobby space for Mansion visitors and guests, including possible food/drink & gallery/shop functions. Move Kitchen from Carriage House basement to first floor of expansion. Convert previous basement kitchen space to storage. Build 20,000 Sf expansion to include 300 person Ballroom (divisible into smaller Classroom/Meeting spaces), guest rooms, new kitchen, hospitality/service areas, restrooms, prefunction space and possible restaurant space. Phase 3 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Construct additional expansion to provide Guest Rooms and Meeting Space. Gate House

Remodel/renovate to enhance Lodging, providing en suite baths for all rooms. Consider use for Artists-in-Residence program when needed.

Re-design to LEED-Homes standards.

Installation of geothermal well system. Replace existing DX units with Fan Coil Units for cooling. Use of existing HW radiators to provide heating. Solar Thermal water heating system.

Evergreen Lodge

Renovate for use as an administrative center for Park Operations and offices

Design for LEED

Installation of geothermal well system. Solar Thermal water heating system. Energy Star appliances, high efficiency HVAC and lighting systems.

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Structure

Master Plan Recommendations

Sustainability Concepts

Energy/Carbon Reduction Concepts

Visitor's Center/ Artist's Village

Upgrade Visitorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Center. Add coffee and gift shop. Develop Education Center (Art, Nature, History, etc.). Develop pedestrian core/streetscape. Develop Arts related space - production, education, and retail. Possibly add modest Field Station in conjunction with Educational offerings.

Design for LEED. Possibly convert greenhouse to "Living Machine" facility (on-site waste water treatment).

Energy Star appliances, high efficiency HVAC and lighting systems. Footstep powered tiles that produce electricity

Upgrade Regency. Add coffee and gift shop. Develop Education Center (Art, Nature, History, etc.). Develop pedestrian core/streetscape. Develop Arts related space - production, education, and retail. Possibly add modest Field Station.

Design for LEED. Possibly convert greenhouse to "Living Machine" facility (on-site waste water treatment).

House in the Woods

Maintain and continue to use for large group rentals. Consider adding exterior amenities for guests.

Design for LEED.

Maintenance Structures (to be converted for use in Art Village)

Develop as an Arts related space- production, education, and retail - as part of the Arts Village.

Design for LEED.

Energy Star appliances, high efficiency HVAC and lighting systems.

Maintenance Structures (Replacement structure)

New structure(s) to replace capacity lost to Art Village conversion. Consider hay-bale construction similar to recent maintenance building.

Design for LEED Platinum

- SolarWall systems (preferred for maintenance buildings with south facing open faĂ§ade)

Gardener's Cottages

Maintain and continue to rent. Remove structures when they outlive their safe/useful life. Renovate the Northeast Gardener's Cottage for Artist in Residence lodging.

Regency

- http://www.pavegen.com//products/mk18

Energy Star appliances, high efficiency HVAC and lighting systems. Footstep powered tiles that produce electricity - http://www.pavegen.com//products/mk18

- http://solarwall.com/en/products/solarwall-air-heating.php

Re-design to LEED-Homes standards.

Energy Star appliances, high efficiency HVAC and lighting systems.

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Master Plan Recommendations

Sustainability Concepts

Energy/Carbon Reduction Concepts

Diversified Farms Complex

Develop as an Energy Farm per strategies found in the Allerton Park Climate Action Plan. Investigate lease option for complimentary agriculture programs. Minimize Park funding for maintenance of structures.

Develop as an Energy Farm per strategies found in the Allerton Park Climate Action Plan.

Music Barn Complex

Design for LEED. Possibly convert greenhouse to "Living Machine" facility (on-site waste water treatment).

Solar Photovoltaic carport installation at Music Barn over grass (i.e., permeable) parking spaces

Indoor Music Venue

Design for LEED Platinum

Renewable energy plant installation to serve new music venue power requirements.

Gardens

Master Plan Recommendations

Sustainability Concepts

Energy/Carbon Reduction Concepts

Fu Dog

Conserve/reproduce Fu Dogs.

Vine Walk

SOUTH: Reconstruct Vine Walk structure and Vine Walk plantings. Replace Cedars.

NORTH: Rehabilitate House of Golden Buddhas, Siamese Buddhas and Hari-Hara, restore/reconstruct Vine Walk structure, restore/reconstruct Vine Walk plantings.

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- Generated electricity to power Music Barn, rental house adjacent to Music Barn and net metering to Ameren grid. - Generated electricity to power alternative fuel refueling stations

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Master Plan Recommendations

Sustainability Concepts

Energy/Carbon Reduction Concepts

Herb Garden

Relocate to its original location northwest of the Mansion.

Reflecting Pond

No capital projects are recommended

New Children's Garden (south of Gatehouse)

Create new garden

Wetland Boardwalk

Continue boardwalk as warranted.

Use FSC certified wood products for construction of new boardwalk extension.

Gazebo and Spring Garden

No capital projects are recommended for this garden.

Use building materials for pedestrian access with recycled content and/or regional material ingredients.

Meadow

No capital projects are recommended.

- Small-scale, or small utility-grade-scale, wind turbine in â&#x20AC;&#x153;meadowâ&#x20AC;? area adjacent to gardens

- Pending wind study - Generated electricity to power campus grid and net metering to Ameren grid.

Avenue of Formal Garden

Clean/conserve Primitive Men.

Rose Terrace

Clean/conserve Sea Maidens and columns.

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Master Plan Recommendations

Sustainability Concepts

Energy/Carbon Reduction Concepts

New Children's Garden (South of Gate House)

Create new children's garden

Use building materials for pedestrian access with recycled content and/or regional material ingredients. Use concrete mixes with recycled content and/or regional material ingredients.

Brick Wall Garden

Preserve sculptures. Provide pedestrian access from the Brick Walled Garden to Vine Walk South.

Use building materials for pedestrian access with recycled content and/or regional material ingredients.

Square Parterre Garden

Reduce height/width of parterres, restore west wall plantings, restore urns.

Triangle Parterre Garden

Annual Garden

Restore/plan for new plantings, replace south cedars.

Bulb Garden

Replace south cedars. Plan for new garden.

Peony Garden

Repair concrete walls, arborvitae at main path, possibly relocate Three Graces.

Use concrete mixes with recycled content and/or regional material ingredients.

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Master Plan Recommendations

Sustainability Concepts

Energy/Carbon Reduction Concepts

Chinese Maze Garden

Reduce height/width of hedges, repair concrete walls, strengthen espalier wall plantings, replace/conserve Chinese Goldfish, replace arborvitae in corridor.

Use concrete mixes with recycled content and/or regional material ingredients.

Avenue of Chinese Musicians

No capital projects are recommended for this garden.

Sunken Garden

Repair concrete walls and pylons, repair/replace lattice.

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Other Miscellaneous Sustainability & Energy/Carbon Reduction Concepts Small-scale micro turbines (vertical axis preferred) installed throughout campus - Pending wind study - http://www.windspireenergy.com/

Allerton Park energy awareness monitoring system - Dashboards to let staff/visitors know the real-time energy consumption of the property - Human behavior changes can result in a large energy reduction

Wood pellet biomass Combined Heat & Power Plant - Dead fall from site traded in for wood pellets - Wood pellet silo/auger system installed for automatic feed control - Generated electricity to power campus grid and net metering to Ameren grid. - Generated hot water to serve Maintenance facility, visitor center, and office heating needs

Conduct park-wide Retro-Commissioning (RCx) to reduce campus consumption - Incorporation of upgraded lighting/lighting controls

Large-scale biomass gasification system that converts wood biomass to syngas, then purifies the syngas to produce hydrogen to power electric producing fuel cells - http://www.ballard.com/about-ballard/newsroom/news-releases/news02271301.aspx

Working with Ameren to verify that Allerton Park has a Net-Metering Agreement, in lieu of a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA)

As part of “ideas list” excel file line-item, the Yoga Studio could include Hot Yoga w/ heat source provided by small-scale biomass wood boiler Solar Powered treehouse hotel rooms - Similar to Treehouse Point (http://www.treehousepoint.com) in the Seattle area - In wooded area reachable to path Additional installation of Solar Photovoltaic arrays - Provide signage near existing and future arrays to educate public

Conduct staff training to reduce loads/encourage energy conservation - Competition between staff departments on saving energy

Concentrating Solar Plant (CSP) with central receiver tower mimicking Sunsinger statue - - http://www.eia.gov/todayinenergy/detail.cfm?id=530 Provide exercise bikes in the Mansion hotel rooms to power an outlet that can be used for cell phone charging, TV operation, etc. Wedding dance floor renewable energy (powered tiles that produce electricity) - - http://www.pavegen.com//products/mk18 - Dashboard that shows how much energy “event” is using versus how much energy the dance floor is generating

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South Lawn Event Tent Precedents

Proposed Concerts in the Park: Concept A: Provide improved electrical/IT connections to exterior temporary sites. Concept B: Provide a permanent stage for large exterior concerts with improved electrical/IT connections. Stage to have capability to add temporary canopy for events. A A A

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Ideas Not Adopted Following an analysis of the input received from the various stakeholders groups, a number of ideas were generated to begin to address the identified concerns. After several presentations and much discussion, many of the ideas, or parts of ideas, were selected for further development. Listed below are ideas that, for a variety of reasons, were not chosen to be developed further. – Build a permanent Band Shell/Amphitheatre in the meadow – Tent structure and pavement at the Bowling Lawn, south of Mansion

– Build a Brewery or develop an Allerton Brew(s) in partnership with an established local microbrewery. Allerton could provide the hops and barley

– Develop housing within or adjacent to the Park in the form of a Conservation Community

– Grow something that is not grown currently. Grapes for Allerton wine, Switchgrass for biofuel, etc.

– Develop a Zip Line Course to supplement the recreational offerings of the Park

– Establish a public gardening leadership training center (there are 5 nationally)

– Reserve and improve the Gardener’s Cottages to become Artists-in-Residence Lodging

– Create/re-establish Farm to Table Events

– In lieu of upgrading water supply to the Mansion, develop a separate fire flow water system

– Build Tree Houses (a Midwestern take on Eco-Tourism) – Create a membership structure. Make membership a status symbol

– Establish a campground at site of Northwest Gardener’s Cottage

– Re-establish summer camp programs

– Relocate the Visitor’s Center in the original Kitchen wing first floor and add cafe in solarium

– Enhance the Music Barn as a performance venue

– Remodel/renovate the Gate House to become new Visitor’s Center.

– Build a new, dedicated Nature Education Center

– Remodel Evergreen Lodge into Visitor’s Center

– Formalize parking expansion currently being utilized along Old Timber Road north of the Gate House

– Renovate Visitor’s Ctr./Greenhouse to become Nature Ctr./Bio Field Station.

– Renovate the existing Visitors Center into a Nature Center/Bio Field Station

– Use House in the Woods for Artist in Residence program

– Renovate the Music Barn Complex into a Beckman for the Arts or an Artistsin-Residence complex

– Develop the Diversified Farms Complex as a Rural Development Ctr. Develop additional housing as required

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Anderson Japanese Gardens 318 Spring Creek Road, Rockford, IL 61107 Phone: (815) 229-9390 www.andersongardens.org 1. SIZE- Acreage: 12 Acres

concerts, workshops, sustainability, cultural events, food service, Artists-in-Residence, gift shops, weddings, membership events etc.):

a. Lecture series (1x/month), youth programs, art and culture, health and wellness, spiritual wellness

b. Photography

c. Most programs focused on Japanese influences

2. ADMISSION/MEMBERSHIP FEE:

e. Group tour fees

f. Events fees (ie weddings, concerts)

9. AGE: Established in 1978, donated by John and Linda Anderson in 1998. Gardens designed by Hoichi Korisu. 10. LOCATION (e.g. urban, suburban, rural): 318 Springcreek Road, Rockford, IL 11. OWNERSHIP (e.g. private, municipal, etc.): Rockford Rotary Charitable Association

a. Adult $8

d. 15 concerts/year, May to August

12. GOVERNANCE (e.g. Executive Director, Board, etc.): Board of Directors

b. Seniors $7

e. Weddings

13. # VISITORS ANNUALLY: 20,000 – 25,000

c. Child $6

f. Corporate events, private parties

d. Children 5 and under: free

g. 2 day Japanese summer festival

14. PARKING FEE CHARGED: No- just and entrance fee.

e. Garden Members: free

h. Opening Day celebration

15. IS THERE A PHOTOGRAPHY POLICY: Yes.

3. ASSOCIATION WITH A UNIVERSITY: No

i. Uncorked in the Gardens

a. Personal use photos allowed; no charge

4. ANNUAL BUDGET: Not Available

j. Captured on Canvas – one day, artists paint scenes in the garden and they are auctioned at a reception that evening

b. Commercial photographers need a permit

c. Photos during weddings do not require permit

d. Several other requirements (stay on paths, no tripods, etc)

5. STAFF SIZE: Tour, Volunteer & Membership Manager – Kathy Boyd 815.316.3285

Event & Program Manager – Katie Weston 815.316.3306

7. DOES THE FACILITY HAVE A SUPPORTING FOUNDATION: No

Wedding & Program Manager – Sara Henderson 815.316.3307

Bookkeeping & Office Manager – 815.316.3286

8. SOURCES OF INCOME (e.g. grants, foundation, etc. with percentages for each category):

Development, Special Project Manager & Administration – Christy Stott 815.316.3305

6. PROGRAM EMPHASIS (e.g. guided tours,

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b. Memberships (individual and corporate)

c. Donations

d. Photography fees

Asilomar Conference Grounds 800 Asilomar Avenue Pacific Grove, CA 93950 (831)646-6440 www.visitasilomar.com/

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1. SIZE- Acreage: 107 acres 2. ADMISSION/MEMBERSHIP FEE: Yes 3. ASSOCIATION WITH A UNIVERSITY: No 4. ANNUAL BUDGET: Not Available 5. STAFF SIZE: Not Available 6. PROGRAM EMPHASIS (e.g. guided tours, concerts, workshops, sustainability, cultural events, food service, Artists-in-Residence, gift shops, weddings, membership events etc.): Asilomar provides meeting spaces and 313 guest rooms for associations, corporate meetings, educational conferences, family reunions, weddings, religious and spiritual meetings, a beautiful banquet hall (seats 750) plus there are 20 special event rooms. There are 30 buildings in all as well as an outdoor heated swimming pool. 7. DOES THE FACILITY HAVE A SUPPORTING FOUNDATION: 8. SOURCES OF INCOME (e.g. grants, foundation, etc. with percentages for each category): Registration for group meetings and events are the major source of earned income. In 1921 conferences rates were $5.00 for registration, and $3.00 to $7.50 per night for room, depending on private bath facilities. Now different packages range from $213 per night (including tax) for a single room to lodging for a family of 4. By adding amenities (breakfast, a whale watching tour) prices go up to $259.

P hoebe´s café is a model for Allerton´s new coffee shop in the future: coffee and tea creations, fresh baked goods, lunch specialties, or grab a Bite on the Go! For the first time in 100 years, Phoebe’s serves beer, wine, and spirits including English Ales from our local Monterey brewery. There is an adjoining outdoor deck. Additional earned income sources are bicycle rentals, sand volleyball court, bonfire and s’mores packages, California State Park Ranger tours and talks are also available. 9. AGE: In 1913 The Pacific Improvement Company, whose Monterey area assets became the basis for what is now known as the Pebble Beach Company, donated thirty acres “facing the Pacific Ocean” on the Monterey Peninsula to the YWCA. The deed stipulated that the YWCA would pay the property taxes and that $30,000 of improvements were to be made on the property over the next ten years. The National YWCA Board accepted the offer, and the western conference grounds became a reality. That same year, the YWCA hired Julia Morgan, a San Francisco architect, and work began immediately in the Arts and Crafts style. With funds donated by YWCA members and supporters, the Administration Building (Phoebe Apperson Hearst Social Hall), the Engineer’s Cottage, the tent houses and the large granite entrance gates

were built. In 1916, Ellen Browning Scripps visited Asilomar and purchased an additional 20 acres for the facility. As donations continued, more buildings and structures were completed, and by 1921, Asilomar was able to accommodate 500 people, and was open year-round. 10. LOCATION (e.g. urban, suburban, rural): Rural. A large natural area is divided between the “Nature Forest” (Monterey Pine, Coast Live Oaks), and a swamp and a meadow. The “Coast Trail¨ skirts the Pacific and includes Marine Tidal Pools with Seals and Sea Lions visible. 11. OWNERSHIP (e.g. private, municipal, etc.): Private 12. GOVERNANCE (e.g. Executive Director, Board, etc.): 13. # VISITORS ANNUALLY: Not Available 14. PARKING FEE CHARGED: Yes 15. IS THERE A PHOTOGRAPHY POLICY: Yes

Ballard Nature Center 5253 E. US Highway 40, Altamont, IL 62411 Phone: (618) 483-6856 Center Directors: Karan Greuel and Patty Gillespie www.ballardnaturecenter.org

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1. SIZE- Acreage: 210 Acres; approximate building size 4,000 sf 2. ADMISSION/MEMBERSHIP FEE: No, there are only fees for school field trips, summer programs, summer camps, etc. 3. ASSOCIATION WITH A UNIVERSITY: none

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4. ANNUAL BUDGET: Not Available 5. STAFF SIZE: 2 part-time employees 6. PROGRAM EMPHASIS (e.g. guided tours, concerts, workshops, sustainability, cultural events, food service, Artists-in-Residence, gift shops, weddings, membership events etc.): Provide high quality environmental education to students, educators, organizations, and individuals through visitor interpretation, educational displays, natural community restoration and management. 7. DOES THE FACILITY HAVE A SUPPORTING FOUNDATION: 8. SOURCES OF INCOME (e.g. grants, foundation, etc. with percentages for each category): Fundraising, donations and grants

Nature Center board was chartered as a non-profit organization 13. # VISITORS ANNUALLY: Trails are open from dawn to dusk, before and after staff hours. There are thousands of recreational visitors as well as 3,000 kids on school trips and 200 kids for summer camp each year.

3. ASSOCIATION WITH A UNIVERSITY: No

14. PARKING FEE CHARGED: No

4. ANNUAL BUDGET: 7.5 million

15. IS THERE A PHOTOGRAPHY POLICY: No restrictions on photographers

5. STAFF SIZE: 60 full-time employees. Filoli has1300 volunteers who teach classes, lead tours, work in the gift shop, and seemingly every aspect of Filoli.

Filoli 86 Cañada Road Woodside, California 94062 www.filoli.org Phone: (650) 364-8300 Fax: (650) 366-7836 Email: friends@filoli.org

10. LOCATION (e.g. urban, suburban, rural): Rural

1. SIZE- Acreage: 600 Acres include a 36,000 SF Georgian House and a 16 acre English Renaissancne garden. The Gentlemen’s Orchard includes 600 heirloom varieties of fruit trees and is 6.8 acres in size.

11. OWNERSHIP (e.g. private, municipal, etc.): independent 501(C) 3 organization and subsequently deeded the property to a newly formed board.

Filoli’s Nature Preserve has more than seven miles of well-maintained trails crisscrossing six different types of native California habitat and hiking is encouraged.

12. GOVERNANCE (e.g. Executive Director, Board, etc.): On August 19, 1999, Ballard

2. ADMISSION/MEMBERSHIP FEE: Free to current Filoli Members. General Admission

9. AGE: 15 Years

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for Non–Members February 11 – May 31, 2014 ranges from Adults $20 to students and National Trust members at $10 with Children 4 years and younger free. From June 1 to Oct. 26th all rates are reduced by $2.

6. PROGRAM EMPHASIS (e.g. guided tours, concerts, workshops, sustainability, cultural events, food service, Artists-in-Residence, gift shops, weddings, membership events etc.): Filoli serves thousands of school children and teachers each year through three curriculum–based programs. Filoli inspires continued education and supports personal growth and enjoyment by offering programs for adults, children and families. Extensive adult education programs cover such topics as history, horticulture, art, botanical art, decorative arts, floral design, nature and preservation. Filoli offer certificate programs in the following areas: Botanical Art, Floral Design, Horticulture. Garden Information Docents can help with cultivation questions about plants

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for visitor´s own garden and also answer questions about Filoli’s horticultural practices and plant collections 7. DOES THE FACILITY HAVE A SUPPORTING FOUNDATION: Filoli is a National Trust for Historic Preservation Property. (Note: I should have researched Brucemore, another NTHP property for the great range of events they have) 8. SOURCES OF INCOME (e.g. grants, foundation, etc. with percentages for each category): Membership costs begin at $70 ($50 for Seniors) and go up to $220 depending on the level of benefits, There are higher donor levels going up to $2,500. Annual budget depends on contributions from individuals, groups and foundations. Facility rentals are available for private lunches, workshops, educational seminars, etc. but not for weddings, celebrations fundraisers, or political events. Spaces for rental include a lecture hall and meeting rooms (capacity ranging from 60 theatre style and 48 seated at 60” rounds) to 220 theater style and 150 at table rounds. A tennis court for outdoor dining can host 150 with the lecture hall as a rain back-up. The Filoli Garden and Gift Shop sells Filoli– inspired merchandise, clothing and furniture throughout the year and a variety of pots, plants, garden décor and accessories can be found in the courtyard adjacent to the Shop.

9. AGE: 100 years (construction began in 1915) 10. LOCATION (e.g. urban, suburban, rural): Located 30 miles south of San Francisco, Filoli is an historic site of the National Trust for Historic Preservation “one of the finest remaining country estates of the early 20th century.”

contain the formal gardens, winery, and the Inn on Biltmore Estate (210-room hotel). 2. ADMISSION/MEMBERSHIP FEE: Yes, varies by date and advance purchase.

a. Daytime tours: $44-$59 Adult, $22-29.50 Youth (ages 10-16), occasionally free with Adult admission

b. Concerts: $50-$90

12. GOVERNANCE (e.g. Executive Director, Board, etc.): Governing Board of Directors

c. Candlelight Christmas Evenings: $69 Adult, $34.50 Youth (ages 10-16)

d. Annual Pass $149

13. # VISITORS ANNUALLY: 120,000 in 2014

14. PARKING FEE CHARGED: No, admission includes parking

e. Equestrian Annual Pass $220 Adult, $87 Youth (ages 6-16)

3. ASSOCIATION WITH A UNIVERSITY: No

11. OWNERSHIP (e.g. private, municipal, etc.): non-profit owns 2/3 of land, donated to historic trust of preservation. Co-managed

15. IS THERE A PHOTOGRAPHY POLICY: Yes, can take “casual” photos as long as it does not interfere with other guests. Reservations are required for any professional photography. No commercial photography is allowed, but the grounds can be rented for filming.

Biltmore One Lodge Street, Asheville, NC 28803 Phone: (800)411-3812 http://www.biltmore.com/ 1. SIZE- Acreage: 8,000 Acres. 75 acres

4. ANNUAL BUDGET: Not available 5. STAFF SIZE: Not available 6. PROGRAM EMPHASIS (e.g. guided tours, concerts, workshops, sustainability, cultural events, food service, Artists-in-Residence, gift shops, weddings, membership events etc.):

a. Historic house museum with guided tours of house and gardens

b. Events:

1. Weddings

2. Meetings

3. Winery tours and tastings

4. Carriage and wagon rides

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5. Hiking, biking, and horseback riding

6. River float trips

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8. Orvis Fly-Fishing School

9. Spectacular fireworks

10. Event rentals including tents, linens, lighting, and dĂŠcor

11. Equestrian center

c. Multiple event venues on site (barns, pavilions, inn, winery)

7. DOES THE FACILITY HAVE A SUPPORTING FOUNDATION: No 8. SOURCES OF INCOME (e.g. grants, foundation, etc. with percentages for each category): Admissions, events, and products (wine, etc.) finance the maintenance and operation of the estate.

owned by the Vanderbilt-Cecil family. 13. # VISITORS ANNUALLY: Approximately 1 million per year. 14. PARKING FEE CHARGED: included in admission. 15. IS THERE A PHOTOGRAPHY POLICY: Yes. Wedding photography available but guidelines are not publicly posted. No photography of any kind inside the house.

Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park 1000 East Beltline Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525 Phone: (888)957-1580, (616)957-1580 www.meijergardens.org 1. SIZE- Acreage: 139 Acres 2. ADMISSION/MEMBERSHIP FEE: Yes

5. STAFF SIZE: 200 FT/Part Time 6. PROGRAM EMPHASIS (e.g. guided tours, concerts, workshops, sustainability, cultural events, food service, Artists-in-Residence, gift shops, weddings, membership events etc.): Promotes the enjoyment, understanding and appreciation of gardens, sculpture, the natural environment and the arts. 7. DOES THE FACILITY HAVE A SUPPORTING FOUNDATION: Yes 8. SOURCES OF INCOME (e.g. grants, foundation, etc. with percentages for each category): $27M - $10M Contributions, $6M Fdn interest. 9. AGE: 20 years 10. LOCATION (e.g. urban, suburban, rural): Urban 11. OWNERSHIP (e.g. private, municipal, etc.): charitable 501 (c) (3) not-for-profit corporation with a Board of Directors

9. AGE: Built 1889-1895. Opened to the public in 1930.

a. Members= Free

10. LOCATION (e.g. urban, suburban, rural): Suburban

b. Adults (14-64)= $12

c. Seniors (65 and older)= $9

12. GOVERNANCE (e.g. Executive Director, Board, etc.): Board of Directors

d. Students (with student ID)=$9

13. # VISITORS ANNUALLY: 600,000

e. Children (5-13)= $6

14. PARKING FEE CHARGED: no

f. Children (3-4)= $4

g. Children (2 and younger)= Free

15. IS THERE A PHOTOGRAPHY POLICY: photography (which encompasses film and digital, still or motion imagery) may be taken in public areas for personal use only

11. OWNERSHIP (e.g. private, municipal, etc.): Privately owned and operated by the Biltmore Company, which is in turn owned by the Vanderbilt-Cecil family. 12. GOVERNANCE (e.g. Executive Director, Board, etc.): Privately owned and operated by the Biltmore Company, which is in turn

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Garvan Woodland Gardens 540 Arkridge Rd, Hot Springs, AR 71913 Phone: (501)262-9300 http://www.garvangardens.org/ 1. SIZE- Acreage: 210 acre Botanical Garden 2. ADMISSION/MEMBERSHIP FEE: Admission Fees (tax included)*

Members: Free

Adults (age 13 and up): $10.00

Children 6-12: $5.00

Children to age 5: Free

Dogs (on leash):

Golf Cart Ride per person: $10.00

Parking: Free

All membership levels receive:

10% Gift Shop discount

Garden Leaves and Garvan Calendar mailings (6 times per year)

Free admission to “Gardening 101” Workshops Discounts on Special Events and other workshops.

Invitations to Members Only Events and Previews.

Boat Docking Privileges.

Discounts to area nurseries.

Admission privileges at nearly 300 other Reciprocal Gardens.

Additional Benefits Per Level:

Single $55 - Unlimited Garden Admission for One Year for One Named Adult and your children/grandchildren under 18 – No Guests Family $75 - Unlimited Garden Admission for One Year for Two Named Adults in the same household and your children/ grandchildren under 18 – No Guests, 10% Discount on wedding ceremony facility rentals only. Applies to immediate family members (sons/daughters) or bride and groom Friend Plus $110 - Unlimited Garden Admission for One Year for Two Named Adults and your children/grandchildren under 18 and One Guest (per membership, not per person), 10% Discount on wedding ceremony facility rentals only. Applies to immediate family members (sons/ daughters) or bride and groom Donor $160 - Unlimited Garden Admission for One Year for Two Named Adults and your children/grandchildren under 18 and Two Guests (per membership, not per person), 10% Discount on wedding ceremony facility rentals only. Applies to immediate family members (sons/ daughters) or bride and groom, One Ticket

to a Garden Event (excluding Gala) Fellow $260 - Unlimited Garden Admission for One Year for Two Named Adults and your children/grandchildren under 18 and Two Guests (per membership, not per person), 10% Discount on wedding ceremony facility rentals only. Applies to immediate family members (sons/ daughters) or bride and groom, Two Tickets to Garden Events (excluding Gala), 20% Gift Shop Discount Patron $500 - Unlimited Garden Admission for One Year for Two Named Adults and your children/grandchildren under 18 and Two Guests (per membership, not per person), 10% Discount on wedding ceremony facility rentals only. Applies to immediate family members (sons/ daughters) or bride and groom, 20% Gift Shop Discount, Three Tickets to Garden Events (excluding Gala), 20% Off Select Garden Facility Rentals (excluding all Anthony Chapel Complex facilities), Subscription to Garden Design Magazine, Four one-time Guest passes Circle $1000 - Unlimited Garden Admission for One Year for Two Named Adults and your children/grandchildren under 18 and Two Guests (per membership, not per person), 10% Discount on wedding ceremony facility rentals only. Applies to immediate family members (sons/

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daughters) or bride and groom, 20% Gift Shop Discount, Four Tickets to Garden Events (excluding Gala), 20% Off Select Garden Facility Rentals (excluding all Anthony Chapel Complex facilities), Subscription to Garden Design Magazine, Eight one-time Guest passes, Two Tickets to Annual Gala Charter Members (No new charter members currently accepted)

Join, Renew or Gift

A membership to the Gardens makes a great gift for a friend or loved one, too. If you are a University of Arkansas alumnus, faculty or staff member, call 501-262-9615 for special discounts. - See more at: http:// www.garvangardens.org/membership/ membership-level-benefit/default. aspx#sthash.916UyzK2.dpuf 3. ASSOCIATION WITH A UNIVERSITY: owned by the University of Arkansas. 4. ANNUAL BUDGET: Annual budget for the fiscal year just ended June 30 and was around $2,675,000. 5. STAFF SIZE: Have 31 appointed staff, mostly full time but 3 are on 30 hour appointments. Usually have about 10-12 hourly workers in addition to regular staff, each of which equals 他 of an FTE. 6. PROGRAM EMPHASIS (e.g. guided tours,

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concerts, workshops, sustainability, cultural events, food service, Artists-in-Residence, gift shops, weddings, membership events etc.): 7. DOES THE FACILITY HAVE A SUPPORTING FOUNDATION: The Gardens do have foundation support through funds in the University of Arkansas Foundation. The primary account is an endowment from Mrs. Garvan, which last year earned about $190,000. 8. SOURCES OF INCOME (e.g. grants, foundation, etc. with percentages for each category): About 70 percent of income is generated through admissions, memberships, weddings, retail shop, and event/rental revenue. Education programs earn enough to pay for all other direct costs of producing them, but not labor. Also earn a fee on all catering sales. There are miscellaneous grants that provide about 10% or so of total budget. 9. AGE: The garden site was purchased in the 1920s after a clear-cut in about 1915. In 1956, Mrs. Garvan began to develop it as a garden and over the next forty years planted thousands of specimens. Upon her death, Mrs. Garvan left the property to the Department of Landscape Architecture through the University of Arkansas Foundation. 10. LOCATION (e.g. urban, suburban, rural):

Rural. The Gardens are situated on a woodland peninsula with 4.5 miles (7 km) of shoreline on Lake Hamilton. The Gardens feature rocky inclines reminiscent of the surrounding Ouachita Mountains. 11. OWNERSHIP (e.g. private, municipal, etc.): owned by the University of Arkansas 12. GOVERNANCE (e.g. Executive Director, Board, etc.): Are governed directly by the School of Architecture at the University and the ultimate governing body is the Board of Trustees. Have an Advisory Council which helps with fundraising and publicity, but does not have any fiduciary responsibilities for finances. 13. # VISITORS ANNUALLY: Visitation has ranged between 135,000 and 141,000 over the last four years. 14. PARKING FEE CHARGED: No 15. IS THERE A PHOTOGRAPHY POLICY: YES. Visitors are permitted to capture still photos or video of the Gardens to remember their visit as long as images are solely for their personal enjoyment and not for commercial or organizational purposes. - See more at: http://www.garvangardens.org/ photos-videos/photo_video_policy_page. aspx#sthash.vlPaJDIv.dpuf

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Governor’s State University Nathan Manilow Sculpture Park 1 University parkway University Park, IL 60484-0975 http://www.govst.edu/sculpture/ Phone: (708) 534-5000

category): Earned income sources include tours, group presentations, and fundraising events with individual and corporate sponsors. Hosting a week-long trip to New England art installations provides revenue. Individual and corporate donations provide additional support.

1. SIZE- Acreage: The campus occupies 750 acres.

9. AGE: It was founded in 1978, 4-5 years after Governors State University began.

2. ADMISSION/MEMBERSHIP FEE: No, they are part of a university system. They do charge for private events

10. LOCATION (e.g. urban, suburban, rural): Located 30 miles south of Chicago

3. ASSOCIATION WITH A UNIVERSITY: Governor’s State University 4. ANNUAL BUDGET: $150,000 per year. State budget is $120,000, including salaries. 5. STAFF SIZE: 1 6. PROGRAM EMPHASIS (e.g. guided tours, concerts, workshops, sustainability, cultural events, food service, Artists-in-Residence, gift shops, weddings, membership events, etc.): The Sculptural Park provides modern sculpture set within prairie landscape. 7. DOES THE FACILITY HAVE A SUPPORTING FOUNDATION: Foundation support has been received from the Park Forest South Cultural Foundation, the State of Illinois Capital Development Board’s Percent for Art program, and the Illinois Arts Council. 8. SOURCES OF INCOME (e.g. grants, foundation, etc. with percentages for each

11. OWNERSHIP (e.g. private, municipal, etc.): Owned by the state 12. GOVERNANCE (e.g. Executive Director, Board, etc.): Beginning in 2007 an Advisory Board was formed, bylaws adopted, and a single staff member was hired who serves as Director and Curator.

Hegeler Carus Mansion 1307 Seventh Street, La Salle, IL 61301 Phone: (815) 224-6543 http://hegelercarus.org/campus/hegeler-carusmansion/ 1. SIZE- Acreage: One City Block 2. ADMISSION/MEMBERSHIP FEE: Yes. $10 Adult, $5 Students (K-12), free for children under 6. 3. ASSOCIATION WITH A UNIVERSITY: No 4. ANNUAL BUDGET: Depends on private donors, donations are usually around $100 each 5. STAFF SIZE: Five, plus volunteer docents. 2001= three plus approximately 25 volunteers.

13. # VISITORS ANNUALLY: the park receives 1500 visitors annually and is counted among the top 10 sculpture parks in the U.S.

6. PROGRAM EMPHASIS (e.g. guided tours, concerts, workshops, sustainability, cultural events, food service, Artists-in-Residence, gift shops, weddings, membership events etc.):

14. PARKING FEE CHARGED: university does not charge parking fees.

a. Historic house museum with guided tours and gift shop.

15. IS THERE A PHOTOGRAPHY POLICY: casual tourist photography is allowed, commercial photography or photography for mass production requires permission and/or fees.

b. Events (Weddings/Receptions/Paties/ Showers, Concerts, Meetings/ Seminars, Corporate Retreats/ Conferences/Picnics, Family Reunion).

c. Can accommodate up to 40 guest in main floor of the house, more outside.

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Mansion, provided that you obey signs posted and stay out of areas that are being worked on.”

9. AGE: Built 1874-1876. Partially opened as a museum in the 1990s. Ongoing restoration. 10. LOCATION (e.g. urban, suburban, rural): Urban.

b. “Professional photography sessions, including but not limited to: weddings, engagements, dances, special occasions, senior portraits require permit, advanced permission and payment of permit fees. Professional photography sessions are required to have a staff member present at all times and signed contracts.”

professional photo sessions are required to have a staff member present at all times. For your safety, and the preservation of the Hegeler Carus Mansion all rules and regulations must be respected. For a photography information packet please call (815) 224-5891”.

a. Within a city of 9,000 and a micropolitan statistical area of 153,000.

b. ¾ mile from downtown.

c. 1.5 hours outside of Chicago or Davenport/Moline by car.

c. Wedding photos allowed with wedding rental.

Kykuit: The Rockefeller Estate 639 Bedford Road, Pocantico Hills, NY 10591 Phone: (914)631-8200 http://www.hudsonvalley.org/historic-sites/ kykuit

d. 1 hour from Rockford, Peoria, or Bloomington by car.

d. Separate fees for professional photo sessions separate from events rentals.

1. SIZE- Acreage:

e. 1.75 hours from Champaign by car.

11. OWNERSHIP (e.g. private, municipal, etc.): Private foundation, funding comes from donors (roughly $100 per person) 12. GOVERNANCE (e.g. Executive Director, Board, etc.): Hegeler Carus Foundation Board of Directors 13. # VISITORS ANNUALLY: 7,000 14. PARKING FEE CHARGED: No 15. IS THERE A PHOTOGRAPHY POLICY: Yes.

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e. “Even if you are not celebrating your wedding at the Hegeler Carus Mansion, you may choose to have a professional photo session on our beautifully landscaped grounds. Couples may do this by making an appointment and renting the Mansion or grounds. This requires a signed rental contract, photo agreement and advanced approval. Photography sessions are subject to the availability of the Mansion and staff.” f. “The Mansion and grounds are constantly under construction and preservation. For this reason, ALL

a. 250 acre compound of house and gardens within 3,400 acre Rockefeller estate site.

b. Remainder of the estate known as “the open space” is open to the public for recreational purposes.

c. Other Rockefeller family compounds remain within the site.

2. ADMISSION/MEMBERSHIP FEE: Yes

a. Price varies by tour type and weekday vs. weekend.

b. $25-$40 Adult, $23-S40 Senior and age 3-17, members (HHV or NT) $15-$30.

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a. Nelson Rockefeller bequeathed his 1/3 interest in the property to the National Trust for Historic Preservation in 1979. b. National Trust leases the property to the Rockefeller Brothers Fund, which assumes the cost of operation and maintenance. c. Tours and operation handled by Historic Hudson Valley, a not-for-profit educational and historic preservation organization based in Tarrytown, NY. The organization operates six historic sites.

9. AGE: Completed 1913. Opened as a museum in the 1980s. 10. LOCATION (e.g. urban, suburban, rural): Suburban. 30-55 minutes outside of New York City by car.

13384 Highway NN, Louisiana, MO Phone: (573) 754-7913; (314) 977-6338; Vickie: (573) 754-4726 http://www.slu.edu/x26991.xml

11. OWNERSHIP (e.g. private, municipal, etc.): Private.

1. SIZE- Acreage: 350 Acres

12. GOVERNANCE (e.g. Executive Director, Board, etc.): Historic Hudson Valley is governed by a volunteer board of trustees.

2. ADMISSION/MEMBERSHIP FEE: No

13. # VISITORS ANNUALLY: Not Available

4. ANNUAL BUDGET: Confidential

14. PARKING FEE CHARGED: No

5. STAFF SIZE: 4

15. IS THERE A PHOTOGRAPHY POLICY: Yes

6. PROGRAM EMPHASIS (e.g. guided tours, concerts, workshops, sustainability, cultural events, food service, Artists-in-Residence, gift shops, weddings, membership events etc.): Conferences, Sculpture Park, and artist’s residences. “A place where literature and art are combined with the beauty of nature to stimulate learning and imagination”.

a. “Please note that Kykuit, the Rockefeller estate is NOT available for ANY still photography or motion picture projects. There are no exceptions to this policy.”

b. “Commercial shoots at other sites are considered on a case-by-case basis. Sorry, but we cannot accommodate student films. We require a signed location agreement, payment of location fees and security deposit in advance, and proof of insurance. Filming is not typically permitted inside, but will be considered on a case-bycase basis.”

4. ANNUAL BUDGET: Not Available 5. STAFF SIZE: Not Available 6. PROGRAM EMPHASIS (e.g. guided tours, concerts, workshops, sustainability, cultural events, food service, Artists-in-Residence, gift shops, weddings, membership events etc.): Historic house museum with guided tours of the house and/or gardens and sculpture. 7. DOES THE FACILITY HAVE A SUPPORTING FOUNDATION: Rockefeller Brothers Fund 8. SOURCES OF INCOME (e.g. grants, foundation, etc. with percentages for each category): Private foundation and admission.

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3. ASSOCIATION WITH A UNIVERSITY: St. Louis University

7. DOES THE FACILITY HAVE A SUPPORTING FOUNDATION: St. Louis University 8. SOURCES OF INCOME (e.g. grants, foundation, etc. with percentages for each category): The property is owned by alumnus Henry Anthony Lay (purchased in May 1996), who supports the university through donations and scholarships. The park is funded by the Lay Family Foundation

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11. OWNERSHIP (e.g. private, municipal, etc.): Private, a component of Saint Louis University 12. GOVERNANCE (e.g. Executive Director, Board, etc.): Saint Louis University and Lay Family Foundation

3. ASSOCIATION WITH A UNIVERSITY: University of Delaware In partnership with the University of Delaware, Longwood offers the Longwood Graduate Program in Public Horticulture, designed for college graduates who wish to pursue mid-to-top level management and leadership positions with horticultural institutions. Also have professional gardener, internships for domestic and foreign.

13. # VISITORS ANNUALLY: Not available

14. PARKING FEE CHARGED: No

4. ANNUAL BUDGET: $50M

15. I S THERE A PHOTOGRAPHY POLICY: Yes. Commercial photography requires permit.

5. STAFF SIZE: 400 full and part time employees and 800 volunteers.

Longwood Gardens 1001 Longwood Rd., Kennett Square, PA 19348 Phone: (610) 388-1000 http://longwoodgardens.org/

Very robust educational mission/offerings.

6. PROGRAM EMPHASIS (e.g. guided tours, concerts, workshops, sustainability, cultural events, food service, Artists-in-Residence, gift shops, weddings, membership events etc.):

a. Horticultural display, education, performances, passive recreational activities

2. ADMISSION/MEMBERSHIP FEE: Yes

b. 20 outdoor gardens

a. Adults $18

b. Students $8

c. Seniors $15

d. Children 4& under - free

e. Note: timed ticketing

c. Mission Statement: “Longwood Gardens is the living legacy of Pierre S. DuPont, inspiring people through excellence in garden design, horticulture, education, and the arts.”

1. SIZE- Acreage: About 300 Acres

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d. Vision: “To be recognized as a world apart, a great garden of the world.”

e. Vision Statement: “Longwood Gardens is one of the great gardens of the world. We strive for innovation in horticulture and display. We present the arts in an unparalleled setting to bring pleasure and inspire the imagination of our guests. We contribute to society through excellent and diverse educational programs, horticultural research, environmental stewardship, and cultural and community engagement.”

7. DOES THE FACILITY HAVE A SUPPORTING FOUNDATION: 8. SOURCES OF INCOME (e.g. grants, foundation, etc. with percentages for each category): Memberships and Admissions. 9. AGE: First Garden Established in 1907. 10. LOCATION (e.g. urban, suburban, rural): Kennett Square, PA 11. OWNERSHIP (e.g. private, municipal, etc.): Longwood Gardens, Inc. 12. GOVERNANCE (e.g. Executive Director, Board, etc.): Board of Directors - 14. 13. # VISITORS ANNUALLY: 1,000,000 14. PARKING FEE CHARGED: No 15. IS THERE A PHOTOGRAPHY POLICY: Yes

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a. Personal use is allowed; commercial photographers must sign permission form.

7. DOES THE FACILITY HAVE A SUPPORTING FOUNDATION: Affiliated with the Art Institute of Chicago

b. Various other regulations.

8. SOURCES OF INCOME: (e.g. grants, foundation, etc. with percentages for each category): Tuition

Ox-Bow School of Art 3435 Rupprecht Way, Saugatuck, MI 49453 (PO Box 216) Phone: (269) 857-5811 (800) 318-3019 Executive and Creative Director: Elizabeth Chodos http://www.saic.edu/cs/ox-bowschoolofart/ 1. SIZE- Acreage: 115 Acres, 22 Buildings 2. ADMISSION/MEMBERSHIP FEE: Tuition= $1K and up per week 3. ASSOCIATION WITH A UNIVERSITY: School of the Art Institute of Chicago

9. AGE: 101 Years 10. LOCATION: (e.g. urban, suburban, rural): Saugatuck, MI 11. OWNERSHIP (e.g. private, municipal, etc.): Private (Chicago Art Institute) 12. GOVERNANCE: (e.g. Executive Director, Board, etc.): Board of Directors (18 members) and Stewardship Committee 13. # VISITORS ANNUALLY: Over 500

2. ADMISSION/MEMBERSHIP FEE: Open to the public daily without charge.

Shelter Permit Fees: approximately $120

3. ASSOCIATION WITH A UNIVERSITY: No 4. ANNUAL BUDGET: $92.9M for all Lake County Forest Preserves combined 5. STAFF SIZE: 4 6. PROGRAM EMPHASIS (e.g. guided tours, concerts, workshops, sustainability, cultural events, food service, Artists-in-Residence, gift shops, weddings, membership events etc.)

15. IS THERE A PHOTOGRAPHY POLICY: Not available

279 acres officially dedicated as an Illinois Nature Preserve. Activities include: Cross country skiing, Hiking, Self-Guided Trails and Exhibits, Summer Camps, and Walk with Docs (brings together naturalists and physicians for guided tours of some of Lake Countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most breathtaking scenery.)

Ryerson Woods Lake County Forest Preserve 21950 N. Riverwoods Rd, Riverwoods, IL 60015 Phone: (847) 968-3321 http://www.lcfpd.org/preserves/index. cfm?fuseaction=home.view&object_ id=213&type=P

7. DOES THE FACILITY HAVE A SUPPORTING FOUNDATION: The Preservation Foundation is the charitable partner of the Lake County Forest Preserves, which directs funds to projects and programs of the Forest Preserves that might otherwise go unfunded.

1. SIZE- Acreage: 561 acres. 5600 sf Ryerson

8. SOURCES OF INCOME (e.g. grants, foundation, etc. with percentages for each

14. PARKING FEE CHARGED: Not available

4. ANNUAL BUDGET: $1,312,168 5. STAFF SIZE: 9 full-time 6. PROGRAM EMPHASIS: (e.g. guided tours, concerts, workshops, sustainability, cultural events, food service, Artists-in-Residence, gift shops, weddings, membership events etc.): Arts - the studios include a painting and drawing studio, an open air metal sculpture studio, a ceramics studio, an open air glassblowing facility, and a paper/book studio and a works on papers studios.

Visitor Center (http://www.serenasturm. com/ssa_recreation_ryerson_sust.htm)

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category): Mainly from property taxes. Fees, grants, gifts, and donations make up the balance.

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9. AGE: Local history records document that Lake Countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first European settler, Captain Daniel Wright, owned property within the preserve. In the 1920s, a small number of families, including the Ryersons, Borlands and Fishers, purchased land here and built log cabins as weekend retreats. In 1942, the Ryersons built a summer estate home, which became the center of activity for their Brushwood Farm, known for its Arabian horses. In 1966, the Ryerson family began to donate land to the Lake County Forest Preserves that eventually totaled 257 acres. The other families followed their lead and also donated and sold land enabling Ryerson Woods to grow to its current size.

Forest Preserves. They guide the agencyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mission and grant final approval for all land acquisitions, restoration and improvement projects, educational and cultural programs, the annual budget, and other administrative actions. These same 21 Forest Preserve officials also serve as County Board members, overseeing all other aspects of Lake County government. Each member of the Board of Commissioners sits on one or more standing committees. Commissioners may also be appointed to one or more special committees by the president with the advice and consent of the Board. Standing committees include: Education, Cultural Resources and Public Affairs, Finance and Administrative, Land Preservation and Acquisition, Legislative, Planning and Restoration, Rules

1. SIZE- Acreage: 1,400 acres 2. MEMBERSHIP FEE: Yes. $8 adults, $6 seniors, $5 children ages 3-17, Free to children under 3, Shelburne Farms members, and Shelburne residents. Vermont libraries also give out free passes. 3. ASSOCIATION WITH A UNIVERSITY: Yes, as one of many partners. 4. ANNUAL BUDGET: $8,861,100 5. STAFF SIZE: 53 year round staff members in these categories: Administration (9), Building and Grounds (4), Education Programs (18), Farm Products (7), Farm and Woodlands (6), Inn and Special Functions (7) Welcome Center and Farm Store (3).

10. LOCATION (e.g. urban, suburban, rural): Suburban

13. # VISITORS ANNUALLY: 500,000

6. PROGRAM EMPHASIS (e.g. guided tours, concerts, workshops, sustainability, cultural events, food service, Artists-in-Residence, gift shops, weddings, membership events etc.):

14. PARKING FEE CHARGED: No

11. OWNERSHIP (e.g. private, municipal, etc.): owned by the Lake County Forest Preserve

15. IS THERE A PHOTOGRAPHY POLICY: Commercial photography requires a permit

a. Shelburne Farms collaborates with perhaps as many as 50 organizations and institutions to provide its programs, including the University of Vermont, Burlington Public Schools and 4-H.

b. The size of staff and calendar of education programs (at least two programs every day during the season) are tied to Shelburne Farms mission. Special events include free concerts on Wednesday evenings during July

12. GOVERNANCE (e.g. Executive Director, Board, etc.): Board of Commissioners, Presidents, Honorary Board, Advisory Boards

Board of Commissioners

A 21-member elected Board of Commissioners governs your Lake County

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and August. Tours range in cost from $3 (for a tour on a farm wagon) to the Shelburne Inn (house) tour ending with tea and house made goodies.

began to fail and over time the acreage was reduced in size until 1972 when the notfor-profit organization was formed with the remaining 1400 acres.

c. The Shelburne Inn has 24 guest rooms, a public restaurant for fine dining and a private dining room that seats up to 28. Inn room prices range from $155-$480/ night depending on the size and view of the room and the season when it is to be occupied. There are also four guest cottages that range in cost from $265 to $800 night with a 3-night minimum stay. Small weddings can be held here.

10. LOCATION (e.g. urban, suburban.rural): Rural. Shelburne Farms is located on the shores of Lake Champlain outside of the small town of Shelburne about 7 miles from Burlington, Vermont.

d. Of the food served at Shelburne Farms 75% is sourced within the State of Vermont and 1/3 of the food has been grown at Shelburne Farms. The menus vary depending on the season.

7. DOES THE PROPERTY HAVE A SUPPORTING FOUNDATION: No 8. SOURCES OF INCOME: (e.g. grants, foundation, etc. with percentages for each category):

a. Capital, Endowment and Other Special Projects – 47%

b. Annual Fund – 27%

c. Program, Special Projects – 26%

9. AGE: The Farm was created in 1886 with 3,800 acres. Beginning in 1910 the farm

11. OWNERSHIP (e.g. private, municipal, etc.): A 501(c)(3) not for profit organization created in 1972 12. GOVERNANCE (e.g. Executive Director, Board, etc.): A governing board of directors oversees staff

a. $14-$28 Adult, $6-$10 Youth (6-17).

b. Members get 50% off tour prices, free self-guided tours.

c. North American Reciprocal Museum Program.

3. ASSOCIATION WITH A UNIVERSITY: No 4. ANNUAL BUDGET: Not available 5. STAFF SIZE: Not available 6. PROGRAM EMPHASIS (e.g. guided tours, concerts, workshops, sustainability, cultural events, food service, Artists-in-Residence, gift shops, weddings, membership events etc.):

a. Historic house museum with guided tours of house and gardens.

14. PARKING FEE CHARGED: No

b. Events:

15. IS THERE A PHOTOGRAPHY POLICY: Not available

1. Weddings

2. Corporate Events

3. Private parties

4. Engagements. “Our imagination, experience and intimate familiarity with the gardens and grounds equips us to help you create a magical start to an exciting new life together. Ask a Stan Hywet wedding professional for ideas and recommended locations. They will help create the surprise, making the

13. # VISITORS ANNUALLY: 156,707 in 2013.

Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens 714 N Portage Path, Akron, OH 44303. Phone: (303)836-5533 http://www.stanhywet.org/ 1. SIZE- Acreage: 70 Acres 2. ADMISSION/MEMBERSHIP FEE: Yes, varies by tour option.

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moment worth all of the careful planning you invest.”

c. Programed events including:

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1. Theatre: Shakespeare at the Stan Hywet Lagoon Open Air theatre. Indoor “Murder in the Mansion” interactive theatre. 2. Ohio Mart annual artisan market fundraiser festival. 3. Concours d’Elegance car show with 160 rare (by invitation-only) automobiles “a welcome barbeque on Friday night, a fashion show and high tea on Saturday, a lecture with the car experts…, an elegant evening on Saturday night. It’s an incredible car show. And so much more.” 4. Vintage baseball games by the Akron Black Stockings on the Great Meadow, May- September. 5. Living History days, AprilNovember.

6. Geocaching

7. Questing (scavenger hunts) http:// www.ohioanderiecanalway. com/Main/Questing.aspx

8. Joe’s Adventure scavenger hunt for kids, from the perspective of the Seiberling’s St. Bernard.

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9. Woof Walk Sundays.

7. DOES THE FACILITY HAVE A SUPPORTING FOUNDATION: Yes 8. SOURCES OF INCOME (e.g. grants, foundation, etc. with percentages for each category): 9. AGE: Built 1912-1915. Opened as a museum since 1957. 10. LOCATION (e.g. urban, suburban, rural): Suburban.

Taliesin East 5481 Cty. Rd. C, Spring Green, Wi 53588 Phone: (608)588-2551 http://www.taliesinpreservation.org/visitorsguide 1. SIZE- Acreage: 600 Acres 2. ADMISSION/MEMBERSHIP FEE: Fees for 1, 2, and 4 hour tours ranging from $20 per person for a Hillside Tour to $85 per person for a 4-hour Estate Tour.

a. Within a city of 200,000, metro area of 700,000.

3. ASSOCIATION WITH A UNIVERSITY: Frank Lloyd Wright School of Architecture

b. 3.5 miles from downtown.

4. ANNUAL BUDGET: Not available

c. 40 minutes from Cleveland by car.

5. STAFF SIZE: Not available

11. OWNERSHIP (e.g. private, municipal, etc.): Private 12. GOVERNANCE (e.g. Executive Director, Board, etc.): 13. # VISITORS ANNUALLY: Not available 14. PARKING FEE CHARGED: No 15. I S THERE A PHOTOGRAPHY POLICY: Yes. Wedding photography permitted as a part of wedding rentals. Members may photograph the exterior and grounds with a tripod or monopod for an additional $85/ year.

6. PROGRAM EMPHASIS (e.g. guided tours, concerts, workshops, sustainability, cultural events, food service, Artists-in-Residence, gift shops, weddings, membership events etc.): Preservation tours and still offers a Masters in Architecture degree. 7. DOES THE FACILITY HAVE A SUPPORTING FOUNDATION: The Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation provides income support and Taliesin Preservation raises and provides funds for care of the historically significant campus. 8. SOURCES OF INCOME (e.g. grants, foundation, etc. with percentages for each category): Earned income is received from daily tours May 1- October 31, April and

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November workshops, a café, bookstore and major gift shop. 9. AGE: School begun in 1911 by Frank Lloyd Wright. 10. LOCATION (e.g. urban, suburban, rural): Rural 11. OWNERSHIP (e.g. private, municipal, etc.): Private 12. GOVERNANCE (e.g. Executive Director, Board, etc.): Board of Trustees (15)

4. ANNUAL BUDGET: Not available

5. STAFF SIZE: 14 + 1 staff volunteer. Numerous volunteers (“The Clearing runs on volunteers”).

d. Life membership - $400 indivudual, $800 couple

e. 4 corporate partners (bank, landscaper, carpentry shop, ice cream shop

6. PROGRAM EMPHASIS (e.g. guided tours, concerts, workshops, sustainability, cultural events, food service, Artists-in-Residence, gift shops, weddings, membership events etc.):

13. # VISITORS ANNUALLY: Not available 14. PARKING FEE CHARGED: Not available 15. IS THERE A PHOTOGRAPHY POLICY: No interior photography

The Clearing 12171 Garrett Bay Road, Ellison Bay, Wisconsin 54210 (PO Box 65 Phone: (920)854-4088 http://theclearing.org/current/index.shtml 1. SIZE- Acreage: 128 Acres 2. DMISSION/MEMBERSHIP FEE: Fees charged for classes and workshops (day, two day and weeklong). No admittance without signing up for classes – can’t just walk around the property. 3. ASSOCIATION WITH A UNIVERSITY: No

a. The Clearing offers year-long educational opportunities in three programs: the Summer Program, the Workshop Program and the Winter Program. All programs offer a wide range of classes, including painting, writing, quilting, birding, wood carving, poetry, rustic furniture making, photography, poetry, fine woodworking, music, weaving, philosophy, stained glass, metal work, nature study and paper arts. All Clearing classes are taught in a relaxed, informal style. b. There is a gift shop

7. DOES THE FACILITY HAVE A SUPPORTING FOUNDATION:

a. Yes – Friends of The Clearing

b. 1200 members

c. Annual membership - $40 individual, $80 couple

8. SOURCES OF INCOME (e.g. grants, foundation, etc. with percentages for each category): 9. AGE: Established 1935 10. LOCATION (e.g. urban, suburban, rural): Rural. Ellison Bay, WI on Lake Michigan. 11. OWNERSHIP (e.g. private, municipal, etc.): 501c3 12. GOVERNANCE (e.g. Executive Director, Board, etc.): Board of Directors - 13 13. # VISITORS ANNUALLY: Not available 14. PARKING FEE CHARGED: No 15. IS THERE A PHOTOGRAPHY POLICY: Not available

Mark O’Connor Nashville Fiddle Camp2009 information Montgomery Bell Park, Burns, TN http://markoconnor.com/index. php?page=calendar&display=1733 http://www.sitemason.com/site/kLcoSs/fiddle. camp.html Montgomery Bell State Park: (615) 797-9052

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1. SIZE- Acreage: Seems to not take place every year and has been located at different venues in past years.

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2. ADMISSION/MEMBERSHIP FEE: Sunday to Saturday - Student Fee=$850, Guardian or Family Member Fee=$400. Campground cabins are rustic and rough and don’t have a charge to stay. Hotel is not included in fee, but blocks of rooms are reserved and available for $100/night. 3. ASSOCIATION WITH A UNIVERSITY: No 4. ANNUAL BUDGET: Confidential 5. STAFF SIZE: 93 total positions; 56 full time 6. PROGRAM EMPHASIS (e.g. guided tours, concerts, workshops, sustainability, cultural events, food service, Artists-in-Residence, gift shops, weddings, membership events etc.) Players age 8 and up of all levels of accomplishment come to fiddle camp. Our oldest camper was 91 years old. About half of the attendees are adults (over age 25), so all age groups will find a group of their peers. No auditions are required so players of all backgrounds come to camp to learn from some of the greatest performers and teachers ever to play the instrument. For both events (Tennessee and New York), classes start after breakfast and run all day with a lunch break. The first two days, fiddlers choose the level group they want

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to join and they rotate in this group to half of the teachers on Monday and the other half on Tuesday. By the end of Tuesday, the fiddlers have met all the instructors and have heard and learned about all the different styles offered. The last three days, there are three teaching periods, one in the morning and two in the afternoon. Each teaching period offers a different group of instructors to choose from along with beginner and intermediate teaching groups. These three days, the fiddler is free to choose which classes to attend. There is no sign up. The fiddler just reads the schedule and makes the choices.

13. # VISITORS ANNUALLY: 1 million 14. PARKING FEE CHARGED: No

University of Wisconsin-Madison Arboretum 1207 Seminole Hwy., Madison, WI, 53711 Phone: (608)263-7888 http://uwarboretum.org/ 1. SIZE- Acreage: 1,260 acres. 2. ADMISSION/MEMBERSHIP FEE: Open to the public daily without charge.

2014 Visitor Center ROOM RENTAL RATES

7. DOES THE FACILITY HAVE A SUPPORTING FOUNDATION: They have a friends group at Montgomery Bell State Park which sells firewood, maps, hosts events, etc. and does provide some gifts to the park.

Auditorium (cap.: 175 people)

8. SOURCES OF INCOME (e.g. grants, foundation, etc. with percentages for each category): Budget from governor

– Recurring class (min. 6 sessions): $50/class

9. AGE: Approximately 85 years

– Non-UW event, during building hours: $100

10. LOCATION (e.g. urban, suburban, rural): rural

– Non-UW event, before/after hours: $150

– UW-related event: $250 – Non-UW event: $350 Instruction Rooms (cap.: 24 people) – UW-related event, during building hours: $75 – UW-related event, before/after hours: $125

11. OWNERSHIP (e.g. private, municipal, etc.): State run

3. ASSOCIATION WITH A UNIVERSITY: Operated by the University of WisconsinMadison

12. GOVERNANCE (e.g. Executive Director, Board, etc.): Governed by the state governor

4. ANNUAL BUDGET: Not available

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5. STAFF SIZE: 40 6. PROGRAM EMPHASIS (e.g. guided tours, concerts, workshops, sustainability, cultural events, food service, Artists-in-Residence, gift shops, weddings, membership events etc.) Arboretum Mission- Our mission is to conserve and restore Arboretum lands, advance restoration ecology, and foster the land ethic. Vision Statements Administration: We pursue the highest levels of individual and collective achievement. This pursuit is enabled by administrators who serve as effective ambassadors to our colleagues, friends, and neighbors; generate adequate resources for our programs; encourage innovative problem solving; facilitate collaborative efforts; inspire peak individual effort; and recognize and reward outstanding individual and team performance. Land Care: Our collections of ecological communities and horticultural plantings illustrate exemplary land management practices and are a valuable resource for research, teaching, and outreach. Organizational Climate: We work as an integrated team in an organizational climate that embraces lifelong learning; draws on the experiences and expertise of all team members; and encourages respectful,

collaborative efforts. Outreach: Outreach informs citizens so that they will have the skills, ecological literacy, knowledge, and motivation to participate in a positive relationship with nature. UW-Madison Arboretum is recognized as a source for accurate information and as a model of participation in, and education about, restoration ecology and related natural history. Research: The Arboretum is a leader in restoration research. We advance the discipline of restoration ecology and help to improve the practice of ecological restoration. 7. DOES THE FACILITY HAVE A SUPPORTING FOUNDATION: 8. SOURCES OF INCOME (e.g. grants, foundation, etc. with percentages for each category): 9. AGE: The arboretum was established in the early 1930s on farmland fields and pastures, when the university decided to re-establish natural landscapes upon the site. 10. LOCATION (e.g. urban, suburban, rural): Rural. 11. OWNERSHIP (e.g. private, municipal, etc.): owned by the University of WisconsinMadison

Board, etc.): The Arboretum Committee is a standing governance committee appointed by the chancellor in consultation with the DGS/VCR. The Arboretum Committee draws its membership from constituent groups and faculty/staff who have a stake in its diverse programs and operations. The function of the Arboretum Committee is to advise the DGS/VCR and the Arboretum director on procedures and policies regarding the use, management, and direction of Arboretum lands and facilities in order to facilitate the research, teaching, and education/outreach functions of the Arboretum in support of its overall mission. The Board of Visitors for the University of Wisconsinâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;Madison Arboretum serves as an external advisory body to the Arboretum Director. In general, the Board of Visitors will serve as a link between the Arboretum and the public by helping to improve communication and understanding between the two and to advise and guide the Arboretum towards its goals. 13. # VISITORS ANNUALLY: 1,000,000 14. PARKING FEE CHARGED: No 15. IS THERE A PHOTOGRAPHY POLICY: YES. http://uwarboretum.org/photo_permit/

12. GOVERNANCE (e.g. Executive Director,

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http://www.kbs.msu.edu/index.php/about-kbs/ historical-waypoints provides the history of the Kellogg Biological Station. It began in October 1926 when W.K. Kellogg and Carrie Staines Kellogg crossed the threshold into their new home that had just been built on the highest point overlooking the shores of Gull Lake and quickly instituted a private bird sanctuary and an experimental farm. As early as 1928 both were deeded to the Michigan State College of Agriculture and by 1930 field classes for teachers began. More land was deeded to the College after W.K. Kellogg’s death in 1951 and with support from the W.K. Kellogg Foundation funds were given to support construction of research, teaching and housing facilities on the expanded site. KBS is Michigan State University’s largest off-campus education complex and one of North America’s premier inland field stations. KBS’s mission is focused on research and education in ecology and evolutionary biology and its application to sustainable agriculture and conservation. KBS fulfills many aspects of the land grant mission of the University by integrating research, graduate and undergraduate education and outreach.

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1. SIZE- Acreage: MSU properties associated with KBS total 3,200 acres and include the KBS main site as well as the Lux Arbor Reserve. ADMISSION/MEMBERSHIP FEE: As part of Michigan State University, the Kellogg Biological Station welcomes visitors. The content of this page should help you to organize a visit for a group of 10 or more people. (Not a group? Drop in visitors are welcome at the W.K. Kellogg Manor House, Kellogg Bird Sanctuary, Kellogg Forest click for visitor information). While much of KBS is open to the public (W.K. Kellogg Manor House, Kellogg Bird Sanctuary, Kellogg Forest), certain areas have restricted access for the safety of visitors and to protect research (LTER, GLBRC, Kellogg Farm). Manor House Tours are $5 for adults, seniors, and students (ages 6-18) and free for members and children 5 and under. Other tours range from being free to the most expensive being the “Manners at the Manor” tour at $13. 2. ASSOCIATION WITH A UNIVERSITY: KBS is owned by Michigan State University. KBS fulfills many aspects of the land grant mission of the University by integrating research, graduate and undergraduate education and outreach. KBS is also affiliated with University of Wisconsin to investigate the sustainability of biofuels

through the Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center (GLBRC). The KBS focus within the GLBRC is the economic and ecological sustainability of biofuels. 3. ANNUAL BUDGET for 2012-2013 Income: $10.1 million from the following sources: 35% MSU General Fund, 29% Business Operations, 28% Grants, 4% MSU AgBioResearch-MSU Extension, and 4% gifts and trusts. Expenses: $9.4 million allocated to: 47% personnel, 42% operating, 10% facilities and 1% scholarships. Additional Detail: Research is funded by the National Science Foundation and Michigan State University AgBioReserach. In addition, many other funders support research on site, including the US Department of Energy, the United States Department of Agriculture, and the Electrical Power Research Institute. 4. STAFF SIZE: 300+ researchers who are MSU faculty members. Volunteers provided 6600 hours of service during the 2012-2013 year. There are 15 resident faculty members at KBS and 127 persons listed in the onsite directory that includes graduate students, aides, and physical plant supporters. 5. PROGRAM EMPHASIS (e.g. guided tours, concerts, workshops, sustainability, cultural events, food service, Artists-in-Residence,

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gift shops, weddings, membership events etc.): KBS has long been attractive as a field site for ecological research. The station has excellent facilities and exceptional diversity of field research sites readily accessible from the station. Much of the habitat and species diversity that characterize the upper Midwest U.S. can be found in the local area. In addition, the spectrum of potential study sites ranges from relatively undisturbed ecosystems to intensively managed ones, and these ecosystems occur in a complex mosaic across the landscape, offering opportunities for studies of landscape-scale patterns and interactions. Habitats include wetlands, streams and rivers, lakes, forests and fields. KBS maintains a crop and dairy farm with research programs focusing on agricultural production. The KBS Longterm Ecological Research (LTER) Program studies the ecology of intensive agricultural ecosystems, including annual crops such as corn, soybean, and wheat, perennial crops such as alfalfa, and biofuel crops such as switchgrass and poplars. It also studies the natural, unmanaged ecosystems that occur in agricultural landscapes. Established 1928- W.K. Kellogg Biological Station World-renowned for its contributions to ecology, evolution and

sustainable agriculture, the 3,014-acre W.K. Kellogg Biological Station (KBS) is MSUâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest off-campus research and education complex and among the most prominent inland field stations in North America. KBS has modern research laboratories, greenhouses and field laboratories, including the KBS Experimental Pond Laboratory and a state-of-the-art robotic milking dairy facility at the Kellogg Farm. KBS is one of 26 National Science Foundation Long-Term Ecological Research sites. The facility also includes the Kellogg Bird Sanctuary, the Manor House The W.K. Kellogg Bird Sanctuary The W.K. Kellogg Bird Sanctuary conserves native habitat for migratory and resident birds and through research, education and outreach helps people gain environmental awareness about our past, present and future.The Bird Sanctuary was created by W.K. Kellogg in 1927 as a refuge for the Canada Goose, and other migratory birds, and was an important part of Trumpeter Swan restoration efforts in the 1980s. The area remains an important stopover location for migrating birds and waterfowl. The Sanctuary offers 180-acres of diverse wildlife habitats situated on 40-acre Wintergreen Lake. The paved Sanctuary trail runs besides the lake, offering a great view of our resident waterfowl, and runs through our bird of prey and game bird areas. It is an ideal spot

for families, classrooms, birders, wildlife photographers, and nature enthusiasts. The Kellogg Bird Sanctuary is located in Augusta, Michigan, 15 miles north of Kalamazoo and 12 miles NW of Battle Creek. Experimental Forest-Established 1932 Established on abandoned agricultural land, the 716-acre Kellogg Experimental Forest is known worldwide for research on tree breeding and genetics, planting techniques, and plantation establishment and management. Much of the research that developed the Spartan spruce, a hybrid that combines the color and drought resistance of a blue spruce and the softer needles and rapid growth rate of the white spruce, was done at the Kellogg Forest. The forest is open to the public for biking, hiking, horseback riding and cross-country skiing, and has several interpretive trails. Since itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s inception, Kellogg Forest has been administered by the MSU Department of Forestry and utilized for research, teaching, and outreach activities. W.K. Kellogg Manor House Former estate to cereal magnate W.K. Kellogg and his wife Dr. Carrie Staines Kellogg, the Manor House was built on the highest point overlooking Gull Lake in 1925-1926. Restored to its original grandeur in 2000, the Manor House is now used to host events sure to create

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memories to last a lifetime. Weddings and conferences are welcome at the Manor! The gardens surrounding the house have also been restored and the house is once again a beautiful and stately residence in a wonderful lakeside setting. Weddings and other events can be held outside or inside. Catering can be provided although liquor cannot be provided. Conferences can be held at the conference center or at Spruce Lodge. 6. DOES THE FACILITY HAVE A SUPPORTING FOUNDATION: It has six endowed funds however five of them are for scholarships for students to study at the KBS. The sixth can provide support for the program and/or physical facilities. 7. SOURCES OF INCOME (e.g. grants, foundation, etc. with percentages for each category): Kellogg receives National Science Foundation Support for its Long Term Ecological Research (LTER) Program, its Teacher Retention and Renewal Program and its K-12 Partnership program. The latter provides teachers in-depth exposure to research topics in environmental science and training to teach inquiry-based science at the elementary and secondary levels at 12 rural school districts. The D.O.E. provides support for its Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Ctr. Field Experiment Site.

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8. AGE: Acquisition of the property and aspects of the program date back to 1927.

1. SIZE- Acreage: 400 Acres

9. LOCATION (e.g. urban, suburban, rural): Rural

2. ADMISSION/MEMBERSHIP FEE: NA, The bequest required that the gardens be available to the public.

a. It is 6 miles to Hickory Corners, population of 322.

3. ASSOCIATION WITH A UNIVERSITY: No

b. From KBS to MSU is 67.7 miles (1 hour 27 minutes).

5. STAFF SIZE: Not available

c. From KBS to Battle Creek Airport is 19.6 miles (32 mins.), to Grand Rapids Airport is 37.3 miles (50 minutes) and to Chicago is 163 miles (2 hours 43 mins.)

10. OWNERSHIP (e.g. private, municipal, etc.): Michigan State University 11. GOVERNANCE (e.g. Executive Director, Board, etc.): 12. # VISITORS ANNUALLY: Not available 13. PARKING FEE CHARGED: No 14. IS THERE A PHOTOGRAPHY POLICY: Not available

Yaddo The Corporation of Yaddo, P.O. Box 395- Union Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866-0395 Phone: (518) 584-0746 http://www.yaddo.org/

4. ANNUAL BUDGET: $29M in 2013 6. PROGRAM EMPHASIS (e.g. guided tours, concerts, workshops, sustainability, cultural events, food service, Artists-in-Residence, gift shops, weddings, membership events etc.): Its mission is to nurture the creative process by providing an opportunity for artists to work without interruption in a supportive environment. Yaddo offers residencies to professional creative artists from all nations and backgrounds working in one or more of the following media: choreography, film, literature, musical composition, painting, performance art, photography, printmaking, sculpture, and video. Artists may apply individually or as members of collaborative teams of two or three persons. They are selected by panels of other professional artists without regard to financial means. Residencies last from two weeks to two months and include room, board, and a studio. 7. DOES THE FACILITY HAVE A SUPPORTING FOUNDATION: The William Randolph Hearst Foundation, Hecht-Levi Foundation,

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Yaddo Garden Association 8. SOURCES OF INCOME (e.g. grants, foundation, etc. with percentages for each category): Individuals, estates & bequests, foundations & corporations, government grants, events, royalties, application fees 9. AGE: Founded in 1900 by the financier Spencer Trask and his wife Katrina.

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10. LOCATION (e.g. urban, suburban, rural): 400 acre estate in Saratoga Springs, New York. 11. OWNERSHIP (e.g. private, municipal, etc.): private, non-for-profit 12. GOVERNANCE (e.g. Executive Director, Board, etc.): Board of Directors 13. # VISITORS ANNUALLY: Not available 14. PARKING FEE CHARGED: Not available 15. IS THERE A PHOTOGRAPHY POLICY: Not available

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Annotated Source List

Author Unknown, Robert Allerton Park: Gardens Restoration Report, 2000.

The Allerton Park and Retreat Center Master Plan references many sources that contribute to this final document. Many references have been adopted by Allerton Park and are noted as such in this final document. Following is a list of these references, arranged in chronological order.

Conservation of Sculpture & Objects Studio, Inc., Chicago IL. Sun Singer Conservation Report: Robert Allerton Park, May 2000

Robert Allerton, Monticello, IL. Indenture by and between Robert Allerton and the Board of Trustees of the University of Illinois. October 1948.

VFA, Inc., Requirement List Report: Allerton Park Gate House, House in the Woods, Evergreen Lodge, and Main House, February 2001

Terms and conditions of Robert Allerton’s gift to the Board of Trustees of the University of Illinois.

An assessment of need, in a prioritized order, with estimated construction costs

Anthony C. Wood, A Working Report: The future Use and Development of Allerton Park; December 1976 An evaluation of present and future uses within Allerton Park Hitchcock Design Group, Naperville, IL. University of Illinois Robert Allerton Properties Master Plan Report: Allerton Trust Management Board, February 1988 Master Plan to serve as a guideline for the enhancement of the core only. Carol Forsythe, The Conservation Services Laboratory, The Detroit Institute of Arts. Conservation Assessment for the Robert Allerton Park and Conference Center The University of Illinois and Gardens Restoration report. Robert Allerton Park and Conference Center, September 1993. Assessment and recommendations for elements of the Park as well as management for different elements of Park.

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Assessment and recommendations for the various gardens within the Park.

Conservation Plan for the Sun Singer.

Sasaki Associates, Inc., Watertown MA. Cultural Landscape Treatment Plan: Robert Allerton Park- University of Illinois, September 2001 Report explores on the history of the gardens at Robert Allerton Park and Conference Center and how to treat and care for the gardens. Steve Thompson (Campus Historic Preservation Officer), UIUC. Historic Resources Survey and Evaluation of the University of Illinois at UrbanaChampaign’s Allerton Related Properties. Robert Allerton Park- University of Illinois, August 2002 Report identifies potential historic resources within the boundaries of UIUC’s Allerton related properties in Piatt County, Illinois. Woolpert, Indianapolis IN. Robert Allerton Park & Conference Center Park Circulation Master Plan. Robert Allerton Park & Conference Center, November 2002. Goal of the planning project is to create a plan of circulation at all levels, establishing the criteria for the roadways, bikeways and rails and hierarchy of the system.

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Johnson Lasky Architects, Chicago IL. Robert Allerton Park Review and Prioritization of Work Recommendations. Robert Allerton Park & Conference Center, November 2005. Purpose of this study was to review the conditions of the historically significant buildings, formal gardens and adjacent landscapes of the Park.

Natural Areas Management Plan. Allerton Park & Retreat Center, Monticello IL. Allerton Park & Retreat Center Shared Use Path Plan. Allerton Park & Retreat Center, draft June 2013 Plan for future bike paths and infrastructure throughout the Park.

Johnson Lasky Architects, Chicago IL. National Register of Historic Places Registration Form, 2006

Kennedy Hutson, Monticello IL. Allerton Mini Plan-Park Planning Outline: Allerton Park & Retreat Center, July 2013

Nomination form for the Allerton Park properties for inclusion onto the National Register of Historic Places

Outline of planned Park improvements in the core.

University Administrative Fellows Class (2004-2006) University of Illinois Leadership Institute – Program Prospectus 2006

Allerton Park & Retreat Center, Monticello IL. A Climate Action Plan for Robert Allerton Park and Conference Center at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, October 2013

An assessment of the use of Allerton Park as the home for a Corporate & University Leadership Program Exult Partners, Myrtle Beach SC. Mapping the future for...Robert Allerton Park & Conference Center. Robert Allerton Park- University of Illinois, August 2006

This Plan is created to assist in meeting the University’s iCAP climate commitments by describing the Park’s role in the path toward carbon neutrality on a localized scale. Allerton Park & Retreat Center, Monticello IL. White-Tailed Deer Management Program Rules, Regulations and Procedures. February 2014

Report is a marketing analysis and recommendations for operating profitably. Brian Deal, Kennedy Hutson, Benjamin Loeffler, The City of Monticello IL. Allerton Park Accessibility Planning and Design Project: National Trust for Historic Preservation Midwest Office, December 2007

Report explores how to improve the accessibility to the public at Robert Allerton Park and Conference Center. John D. Griesbaum, Monticello IL. Allerton Park & Retreat Center: Natural Areas Management Plan. University of Illinois- Allerton Park & Retreat Center, revised January 2012

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