Happenings at the Homestead

Save the Date for Holiday at the Homestead!

The historic J.F. Glidden Homestead & Historical Center will host its “Holiday at the Homestead” open house on Sunday, December 7, from 12-4 p.m. at the museum, 921 W. Lincoln Highway, DeKalb.

More details coming soon. Save the Date!

Holiday at the Homestead will be held on the second floor of the home, only accessible by a flight of stairs. Please contact Glidden Homestead at 815-756-7904 or email jessi@gliddenhomestead.org for more information.

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 for extensive masonry repairs to all three buildings in 2024

-- 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.

Learn more

Glidden Homestead

921 W. Lincoln Hwy.
DeKalb, IL 60115

(Behind Glidden Florist)

The Glidden Homestead will be CLOSED:

November 30

December 21

December 28

The Glidden Homestead is open every Sunday from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM.
Visitors are welcome to drop in at any time during those hours to learn more about the Homestead, witness living-history blacksmith demonstrations, explore the house and grounds, see the historic barn, and peruse our gift shop.
We also offer guided, docent-led tours on Sundays at 12:30 PM and 2:30 PM for those who'd like a more in-depth experience.

Group tours and school tours are offered by appointment.

(815) 756-7904
Jessi@gliddenhomestead.org