Indoor Market+ at The Dole
The Farmers Market+ At The Dole opened this summer bringing the freshest locally sourced fruits, vegetables, flowers, and delicacies, and more to Crystal Lake. Over 60 small business owners participated…Read More >
Season of Gratitude
Margaret Mead once said, “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed, citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.” At The Dole,…Read More >
History of The Dole
The Dole Mansion is a Victorian-era Romantic Italianate manor built-in 1865 for Charles Sidney Dole, an influential grain baron and ice harvester. With the purchase of 1000 acres, Lakeland Farms…Read More >
Crystal Lake Mayor declares Joe Diamond Day
In mid-November, Crystal Lake Mayor Haig Haleblian stopped by the Dole Mansion this week to present the “America’s Greatest Mind Reader” award to the resident artist, Joe Diamond. At the…Read More >
The Dole – Preserve and Protect
The Dole Estate Preservation Society is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and protecting the 12 acres of oaks, trails, gardens at The Dole. They host educational workshops and presentations…Read More >