Spend a Day Reconnecting with Your Creativity

Escape the city for a day and join Five Too Nine for a creative retreat at the beautiful Allerton Park & Retreat Center in Monticello, Illinois.

Surrounded by breathtaking gardens, sculptures, and peaceful landscapes, we'll spend the day slowing down, reconnecting with our creativity, and building meaningful relationships with fellow professionals and artists.

Throughout the day, you'll enjoy:

🌿 Exploring Allerton's beautiful gardens and grounds

🎨 Guided creative activities designed to inspire reflection and artistic exploration

📖 Opportunities to share works in progress and receive encouragement from fellow creatives

🤝 Meaningful conversations and community throughout the day

✨ Time to recharge, reconnect with your artistic side, and return home inspired to continue creating

Transportation Included: A private Five Too Nine van will transport the group to and from Allerton Park, so you can relax, connect with fellow members, and enjoy the journey together. Snacks will also be provided

Lunch: Lunch is not included in the registration fee. We'll have lunch at Allerton's Greehouse Cafe during the retreat. Attendees should plan to spend approximately $10–$15.

Tentative Schedule: 🕥 10:30 AM (Arrival) to ~ 5:00 PM (Departure)

Pricing:

Community Members: $80

Creative Members: $60

Studio & Encore Members: $50

Registration includes round-trip transportation, snacks, and all retreat activities.

⚠️ Space is limited! Reserve your spot early to secure your place on the retreat. Members can sign up by logging in and filling out the On The Road intake form. Not a member? Sign up for free to attend this event using the link above.

More details to come on the agenda as we approach the date.

We can't wait to spend the day creating with you.

This event is for all Five Too Nine Members - RSVP Deadline is September 11th, 2026