Take the Farm home with you, or consider a unique, local gift for a loved one! The Farm offers sale of fresh produce, eggs, cakes, pies, and other food products that are produced onsite. We have limited quantities of these kind of items, and seasonal availability. To learn about what products are currently available, please call our gift shop.

Historic Wagner Farm sits on 18.6 acres of land and is one of the few remaining farms in north suburban Cook County. It was once part of a larger farm owned by the Wagner family, who worked the land until the last surviving member, Rose Wagner, died in 1997.

Following Rose’s death, a group of local citizens approached the Glenview Park District and asked its leaders to buy and preserve the property. In 1998, Glenview residents affirmed their commitment to this proposal when they voted to pass a referendum allowing the Park District to purchase the property. The Park District, assisted by representatives from the community, then embarked on a master planning process to set guidelines regarding the future uses and development of the farm.

Today, Historic Wagner Farm represents one of the historic and educational jewels of the North Shore community. Through programming, partnerships, and daily activities, Historic Wagner Farm provides opportunities for visitors to learn about local agriculture, both past and present.

Birthday Party Packages

Party ’til the cows come home with our special farm-themed birthday celebrations. Birthday parties book up fast, so don’t delay!
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Heritage Center Rental

In search of a venue for your next event, one your guests won’t stop talking about for months? Historic Wagner Farm’s award-winning Heritage Center is the place.
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Animal Interactions

For their health and safety, feeding the animals is prohibited. The farm is not a petting zoo and we discourage visitors from trying to touch animals through their enclosures for your own protection. Please check our program offerings and events for opportunities to interact with the animals in a safe, supervised way.

Photo/Video Permits

Due to the historic nature of Wagner Farm as well as active farming operations, the Glenview Park District has adopted specific policies governing still and video photography. Filming and photography permits are now required for any commercial filming and photography including family portraits, wedding photography, any film that will be used in the production of any marketing materials, public service announcements, documentaries, training films, commercials, television films, or series, student films, feature films, or commercial art. Permit fees for professional portraits and candids is $50 per hour plus a refundable security deposit. For more rates, information, and to obtain the required permit, contact wfparties@glenviewparks.org or call 224-521-2202.

Dog Policy

No dogs allowed onsite. Service animals trained to assist a person with a disability are welcome at Historic Wagner Farm. Emotional support animals and pets are not permitted on the property.