Joseph Farwell Glidden's invention of one of the most widely-used types of barbed wire in 1873 helped change the history of the American West and had far-reaching impact throughout the world. His Homestead in DeKalb, IL, is being preserved and restored by a not-for-profit organization founded in 1995. Both the home and the barn are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. We welcome your visit and encourage your membership!
The Glidden Homestead and Historical Center has two garden areas: In the front are our lovely ornamental beds, and in the back near the barn we have a native prairie garden. Both areas need weeding and trimming throughout the spring and summer. We will also need volunteers for planting seeds and plugs in spring and fall. Other year-round tasks can include picking up trash, watering the plants, and helping us plan future gardens.
This position’s time commitment is flexible; we will work with your schedule. We do have Sunday Garden Clean-up Days every couple of months.
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