Happenings at the Homestead

Open Barn Day

Join us June 22, 12-4 pm for Open Barn Day and see the interior of the historic Glidden barn! House tours at 12:30 and 2 pm, barn open all day. Crafts for children, blacksmithing demos and more. $5 admission, free for members.

IAM recognition

The Glidden Homestead was honored with four awards from the Illinois Association of Museums:

-- Innovation Award for Barb City's Barbed Wire Weekend

-- Best Practices Award in Building Preservation

-- Volunteers Roger Keys and Jim Morel were recognized for more than 25 years of volunteer service to the Homestead.

We need you!

We are seeking volunteers to assist with front desk, tours and more. Contact jessi@gliddenhomestead.org or 815-756-7904.

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