MONTICELLO — The latest fundraising campaign at the University of Illinois' Allerton Park and Retreat Center has a goal of repurposing buildings for public use while keeping those structures historically accurate.
Park director Derek Peterson said officials have already raised $2.9 million toward the goal of $8 million over four years.
Peterson said the campaign focuses on phase two of the park's master plan.
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Peterson said beyond this campaign, phase three of Allerton's master plan involves constructing new buildings and adding new programs for guests.