The Friends
The Friends of Carl Sandburg at Connemara is the 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to raising funds to help support the park however we can. Our nonprofit was established more than 30 years ago to support the Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site. FOCS is an all-volunteer organization with a Board of Directors composed of members with diverse careers, varied interests, and assorted talents. We all share a deep respect for Sandburg’s history and pride in his family’s home at Connemara. This includes funding historical, educational and artistic activities, but in times of crisis, we join with the community to help in bigger ways. Help Support the Park. Please donate today
Plan Your Visit
While Hurricane Helene’s impact is still affecting some areas of the Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site, there has been considerable progress thanks to the efforts of Park Rangers. Both the main parking lot and the small hiker’s lot off of Little River Road are now open. The hiking trails and grounds are open dawn to dusk, the barn is open daily from 10-4pm, and the visitor center/bookstore is open Thurs, Fri, Sat and Sun 10-4pm. House tours are available – please check in at the bookstore for current times. If you need assistance getting to the main house or barn from the parking lots, please call the phone number located on the designated sign at the lot for assistance.
**Please be aware that the large restrooms at the main (large) parking lot are now open, but portable toilets and hand washing stations still remain near the main house, the barn, and hikers lot. Please plan your visit accordingly. **
Need more info? Visit the National Park page here: Plan Your Visit – Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site (U.S. National Park Service)
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Another BIG Thank YOU to all that came out on June 7th for the wonderful Flat Rock Ice Cream Social. It was a beautiful day, and we appreciate all of the support from visitors and fans of the Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site. It’s the donations and support from community like you that help us fulfill our goals of support to our cherished historical site. Thank you everyone for a fabulous day!
Our many supporters both individuals and businesses who are committed to the Friends’ mission. They, through farsightedness and generosity, seek to ensure that the Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site will continue to be available for future generations.
With heartfelt thanks, we appreciate your support.
Board of Directors
The Friends of Carl Sandburg at Connemara
focsnc@gmail.com
P.O. Box 16, Flat Rock, NC 28731
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