Many friends and organizations contribute to the success of Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site. Volunteers-In-Parks, Partners and Cooperatives use their commitment, expertise, time and resources to help preserve and share this American treasure.

Friends of Carl Sandburg at Connemara is an independent, non-profit organization with 501 (c) 3 status.  They serve as a volunteer support group for Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site.  Formed in 1988, the Friends directly promote the historical, scientific, literary, educational and interpretive activities of this national historic site. They support programs and project such as the Folk Music Festival, Celebration of Lincoln, Christmas at Connemara, Poetry Celebration, Writer-in-Residence Program and many others.

Eastern National is a cooperating association of the National Park Service. Eastern National offers books and other educational items relating to the interpretive themes of Carl Sandburg Home NHS. The store is located on the first floor of the historic Sandburg Home. A percentage of the proceeds from all sales are donated to the interpretive program of Carl Sandburg Home NHS.

Volunteers in Parks (VIPs) show their support by donating valuable time that allows park staff to run a number of programs that would be impractical or impossible without volunteer assistance. For more information contact the Volunteer Coordinator at 828-693-4178.

Donations to Carl Sandburg Home
Would you like to help Carl Sandburg Home by donating an item or funds to help with a particular program, event, trail or project? The National Park Service does accept donations. Supporters of the area have donated their time through volunteer service, funding for special projects on historic buildings or for special events. If you would like to donate something to Carl Sandburg Home NHS please call or contact the park's Headquarters at (828) 693-4178.