Happenings at the Homestead
Holiday Hours
The Glidden Homestead will be CLOSED:
December 21
December 28
January 4
Join us January 11 for the kickoff of Soup-er Sundays 2026!
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.
Glidden Homestead
921 W. Lincoln Hwy.
DeKalb, IL 60115
(Behind Glidden Florist)
The Glidden Homestead will be CLOSED:
December 21
December 28
January 4
Join us January 11 for the kickoff of Soup-er Sundays 2026!
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.
Contact us to learn more.
(815) 756-7904
Jessi@gliddenhomestead.org
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