Allerton, John Gregg (1899-1985): Interview and memoir
Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: O-AL53
Scope and Contents
John Gregg Allerton, adopted son of Robert Allerton, an art collector, discusses meeting Allerton at the University of Illinois, his adoption, acquisition of art pieces and statues, home life, landscaping of formal gardens, parties, and distinguished guests. He also discusses the Allerton estate at Monticello, Illinois, the Allerton library, and his friendship with Adlai Stevenson II. 1 tape, 90 min., 26 pp. Interview by Nancy M. Becker, 1984 OPEN See collateral file: interviewers notes, "Allerton Revisited," an exhibit proposal, and correspondence.
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- Allerton, John Gregg (Person)
Extent
3.00 items
Language of Materials
English
Creator
- Allerton, John Gregg (Person)
- Becker, Nancy M. (Person)
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Repository Details
Part of the UIS Archives/Special Collections Repository
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Archives/Special Collections LIB 144
One University Plaza, MS BRK 140
Springfield IL 62703-5407 US
217-206-6520
archives@uis.libanswers.com