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)