The Story of Barn Keepers
Founded in 2002, Barn Keepers emerged from the efforts of the McLean County Barn Group, a passionate collective dedicated to preserving the iconic barns of Central Illinois. Volunteers embarked on a mission to document the decline of these historical structures, counting approximately 1,200 barns remaining from a staggering 4,500 recorded in 1955. This grassroots initiative led to the establishment of Barn Keepers in 2004, with a commitment to safeguarding the region's agricultural heritage.