The Friends
The Friends of Carl Sandburg at Connemara is a 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
Pedestrian detour in place from the Main parking lot to the farm and house area. It’s a half-mile walk from the Hikers’ parking lot to the farm and house area. If you need help accessing the farm and house area from either parking lot, please call the phone number listed on the signs in both lots. Limited shuttle availability.
Grounds –
Trails: Open dawn till dusk, 7 days a week
Barn: Open 7 days a week, 10 am – 4 pm
Bookstore –
Visitor Center: Open Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sat, and Sun, 10 am – 4 pm
House tours: No advanced tour reservations at this time. Limited first-come, first-served tours may be available. Please check in at the Visitor Center.
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Latest News:
Meet "Treasure Bear"
Sponsored by the Friends and designed by local artist Andrea Martin, Treasure Bear now sits at the corner of Main Street and Third Ave. W. in downtown Hendersonville.
Celebrating our country’s 250th Anniversary this year, Treasure Bear depicts many of the national parks, forests, recreation areas and historic sites – most certainly national treasures.
As one of the 20 new “bears” along Main Street, Treasure Bear will be enjoying summer visitors and locals alike, patiently posing for photos until the bear auction in October. Stay posted for further information!
The Many Lives of Carl Sandburg
Drawing to a close
After over 20 performances across the region, the final Henderson County performances were held on May 9th at the Park. Overflowing crowds, cheers and applause rewarded the cast, crew, director and author for sharing and educating the public on the amazing life and diverse accomplishments of Carl Sandburg.
The Rootabaga Stories are coming!
The delightful children stories written by Sandburg are played out on stage by young performers from the Flat Rock Playhouse. It’s a fun musical show for kids and adults! No charge, but feel free to clap loudly if you enjoy it!
WHERE: Park amphitheater
WHEN: 10:15 AM Every Thursday and Saturday from June 18th to August 1st
NO SHOW – SATURDAY, JULY 4
NO SHOW – THURSDAY, JULY 23
NO SHOW – SATURDAY, JULY 25
NO SHOW – THURSDAY, JULY 23
NO SHOW – SATURDAY, JULY 25
Interactive Exhibit at the House
An interesting, hands-on exhibit is open to the public, allowing them to interact with Carl’s phone and typewriter, sit at his desk, and more. Located in the house basement next to the bookstore.
Hikers, visitors, individuals and businesses who are committed to the Friends’ mission, we could not continue this legacy without your support. Through farsightedness and generosity, we all 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
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