Step back in time and help bring history to life as a Historic Sites Tour Guide at Homestead Prairie Farm in the Rock Springs Conservation Area (3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur). Volunteers share the sights, sounds, and daily rhythms of 1860s rural Illinois through guided tours, educational programs, open houses, and special events at this rare pre–Civil War homestead. Training, shadowing, and period clothing are provided, and interpretation is done in the third person, making it easy to get started. With a commitment of just an hour or two per month, this rewarding role offers a true “wow” moment—especially for younger visitors discovering life before electricity, phones, and modern technology. This opportunity is open to volunteers ages 13 and older. To learn more, contact Volunteer Coordinator Jenny Garver at 217-542-5536 or JGarver@MaconCCD.org.
