Lincoln Log Cabin

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402 S Lincoln Highway Rd
Lerna, IL 62440
+1 (217) 345-1845
http://www.lincolnlogcabin.org

Lincoln Log Cabin State Historic Site, located in Lerna, Illinois, preserves the 19th-century home of Thomas Lincoln and Sarah Bush Lincoln, the father and step-mother of President Abraham Lincoln. This 86-acre historic site features a meticulously reconstructed cabin, a working living history farm, and a second historic farmstead to enhance visitors' understanding of rural life and Lincoln's ties to the community.

The site offers engaging educational programs and events, allowing guests of all ages to explore American history through hands-on activities and living history demonstrations. Notable features include the Moore Home, where Lincoln bid farewell to his family in 1861, and the gravesites of Thomas and Sarah Lincoln, providing a comprehensive glimpse into the past.

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4.06 reviews
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Justbeing J.
8/1/2020

I wish I caught the gentleman's name that gave us the tour! Our family could tell that he was very passionate about the fact based stories that he told about Thomas Lincoln and his family. This...

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Dave C.
4/30/2022

This is not "Abe Lincoln", but his father "Thomas Lincoln". They were owned by Abraham Lincoln and deeded to his father Thomas. There's a museum which talks about the time/place when Thomas...

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Laura E.
8/24/2023

I love Lincoln Log Cabin and have since I was a very young child. In the past, there were many animals there and actors who would talk to you in the part of people living during the time period....

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Matt U.
4/16/2012

While on a weekend getaway to visit the relatives in Mattoon, we decided to sneak off and learn ourselves a bit on the ways of Lincoln. A mere 10 miles from Mattoon lies the homestead (sort of )...

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Carl F.
9/27/2015

I happen to come here during the 2015 Harvest Frolic so there were a number of reenactors there portraying the various aspects of time period these farms were in operation. If you're not...

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Lincoln Log Cabin State Historic Site in Lerna, IL, is a captivating 86-acre historic site that preserves the 19th-century home of Thomas Lincoln and Sarah Bush Lincoln, the father and step-mother of the 16th president of the United States, Abraham Lincoln. The site features an accurate reproduction of the Lincolns' two-room cabin, a working living history farm, and the Moore Home, where Lincoln bid farewell to his family before assuming the presidency. Visitors can explore the site to gain a deeper understanding of life in the 19th century and Lincoln's legal practice in the community. Managed by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, Division of Historic Sites, Lincoln Log Cabin State Historic Site offers a range of educational programs, special events, and volunteer opportunities throughout the year. The site is open to the public from Wednesday to Sunday, with living history programming taking place between May 1st and October 31st. Whether you're a history enthusiast or simply curious about rural Illinois in the 1840s, a visit to Lincoln Log Cabin is a must for an immersive and informative experience.Generated from the website
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