Wagner Farm

Address: 1510 Wagner Road
Glenview, IL 60026
Office Hours: Mon.-Sat. 9 am-5 pm
Sun.: 9 am-3 pm
Phone: (847) 657-1506  

Wagner Farm Volunteer Opportunities

Lend a Hand: Become a Volunteer!

About

Take part in preserving our rural heritage by volunteering at Historic Wagner Farm! Volunteers are integral to the fulfillment of our mission and our ability to serve visitors and the local community. As a volunteer, you will engage in meaniningful work and activities, learn new skills, and grow personally and professionally. Please note:  Volunteers must be at least 16 years of age, and volunteers who work around livest0ck or at the Glenview Farmers Market must be at least 18 years of age.

Opportunities

Long-and short-term opprtunities are available in a variey of areas such as:

  • Visitor services
  • Livestock interpretation
  • Farmhouse interpretation
  • Glenview Farmers Market
  • Special events support

Benefits

All active volunteers are eligible for the following benefits:

  • On-going training and enrichment
  • Special staff/volunteer events and field trips
  • Museum gift shop discount
  • Annual volunteer recognition event

Upcoming Meetings

Volunteer meetings are held quarterly at the Wagner Farm Heritage Center. Our meeting schedule for 2012 is as follows:

  • Wed., Jan. 18, 7 pm
  • Wed., April 18, 7 pm
  • Wed., July 11, 7 pm
  • Wed., Oct. 10, 7 pm

To Apply

To apply, complete an application online at www.applitrack.com/glenviewparks/onlineapp or fill one out on your next visit to the farm. For more information or if you would like to attend a meeting, contact Allyson Dawson, Volunteer Coordinator, at 847-657-1506 or Allyson.Dawson@glenviewparks.org.