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On The Front Cover: The Lincoln Log Cabin State Historic Site. This cabin was owned by Lincoln's father, Thomas and is located just outside of Charleston and Lerna, Illinois.

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PULL OUT GUIDEMAP INSIDE Looking for Lincoln through central Illinois With unparalleled authenticity, sites and communities of the Looking for Lincoln Heritage Coalition make up the visitor experience we call “Looking for Lincoln.” We are the non-profit

LINCOLN THE PRESIDENT-ELECT coordinating entity for the Abraham Lincoln National Heritage Area and can take you on a journey through the landscape and the sites where Lincoln traveled and lived. From the state-of-the-art Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum to the variety of sites David Davis Mansion State and living history programs Historic Site, Bloomington throughout the Abraham Lincoln National Heritage Area, we hope you will go “Looking for Lincoln.”

Lincoln’s New Salem State Historic Site, Petersburg

Lincoln and Civil War Legacy Trail, Alton

Lincoln spent almost 30 years of his life in central Illinois.

LINCOLN THE RAIL-SPLITTER Lincoln Log Cabin State Historic Site, Lerna Looking for Lincoln Communities LINCOLN AND CIVIL WAR LEGACY TRAIL and Historic Sites 200 Piasa St., Alton, IL Walk in the footsteps of Abraham and Mary Todd Lincoln, ALTON and Civil War soldiers from both North and South. (25 miles north of St. Louis — 85 miles south Experience the life of young of Springfield) Lincoln as a lawyer, duelist and orator. The Alton Prison and ALTON Alton is full of rich history and exciting recreational Confederate Cemetery are some opportunities. Founded in 1837, Alton was the site of the of the rare northernmost monu- final debate between Abraham Lincoln and Stephen ments to Confederate soldiers. Douglas. Alton's location near the three great western It was here that Alton resident rivers in the early nineteenth century America thrust the and U.S. Senator Lyman Trumbull authored the 13th Amendment, ending slavery in the United States. Walk with us and experience Alton's lasting legacies that shaped the history of America. For information: For a complete guide to the Lincoln and Civil War Legacy Trail, please visit: www.VisitAlton.com/Lincoln

city into the forefront of the great issues of the early nineteenth century. Robert Wadlow, the world's tallest man, was born and raised in Alton and legendary jazz musician Miles Davis was born here. Alton is also considered one of the most haunted cities in America. It is home to three historic districts, the Great River Scenic Byway and a variety ALTON of educational, recreational and cultural institutions. For information: 1-800-258-6645 www.visitalton.com

2 3 who have authored best-selling books on commonsense ATHENS investing. 12 miles north of Springfield — 7 miles east of For information: Beardstown Chamber of New Salem Commerce, 217-323-3271

LINCOLN COURTHOUSE ABRAHAM LINCOLN LONG NINE MUSEUM 200 S. Main Street 101 West Third Street — Downtown Square www.AbrahamLincolnLongNineMuseum.com Built in 1844, this Cass County courthouse is where Built in 1832, the Col. Matthew Rogers Building is listed Abraham Lincoln used ATHENS on the National Register of Historic Places and is home an almanac to to the Long Nine Museum. In 1837, the citizens held a win acquittal for “Duff” banquet for Lincoln and Armstrong in the cele- the eight other legisla- brated “Almanac Trial.” tors who worked to Lincoln often appeared move the Capital from in the second floor Vandalia to Springfield. courtroom, which still The site reveals details is used by the Circuit Court. of the celebration and Visitors will see the courtroom, other Lincoln ties to an original 1857 almanac simi- Athens. While there, lar to the one Lincoln used, a tune to 88.9FM and hear a “talking building” tell its own famous Lincoln photo taken story. The site is on Route 29 and is accessible to visitors during the trial and the jail cell where Armstrong was going to or from New Salem. held. The museum features an extensive collection of BEARDSTOWN For information: 217-636-8755 antique firearms and Indian arrowheads. Seven Looking Hours: June 1 – September 1 for Lincoln Story Trail wayside exhibits also serve to Tuesday – Saturday, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM share further the community’s rich Lincoln history. Please call to confirm hours. For information: 217-323-3271 or 217-323-3225 Groups: 217-323-4514 or 217-323-3442 (Group tours year-round) BEARDSTOWN Hours: April – November Monday – Saturday, 10 AM – 4 PM (45 miles from Springfield) or by appointment (217-323-4514) Please call to confirm hours. Beardstown, first settled in 1819, is one of the oldest towns in Illinois. Lincoln argued many cases in the Beardstown Courthouse, including his best known: “The Almanac Trial.” Lincoln was also installed here as a cap- tain of the Sangamon County Company during the Black Hawk War. During the Senate race of 1858 he spoke to the people of Beardstown on the city square. Stephen A. Douglas had spoken prior to Lincoln’s speech. Beardstown is a bustling river town, about an hour’s drive from Springfield. The community is nationally known as the home of the famous “Beardstown Ladies,” 4 5 BEARDSTOWN The house, which contains a BLOOMINGTON-NORMAL remarkable array of mid-19th-cen- (140 Miles from Downtown Chicago — 70 miles tury modern conveniences, also from Springfield) serves to illustrate the life of a wealthy Victorian family. This is an Lincoln probably spent more time in Bloomington than environment that is not typically any other city in Central Illinois outside of Springfield. He associated with Lincoln, but he had many close political and legal associates from this often moved comfortably in circles

area, including David Davis, whose influence on that included politically and social- BLOOMINGTON-NORMAL Lincoln’s legal career and run for the presidency were ly powerful men. The Davis Mansion is the best place to crucial to Lincoln’s success. The McLean County hear that part of Lincoln’s story. Museum of History, housed in an old courthouse on the For information: 309-828-1084 square in Bloomington, is a good place to learn about Hours: January – December the area and is open on Tuesdays with free admission Wednesday – Sunday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM from 10 AM to 9 PM. This is also a good place to start (Last tour starting at 4:00 PM) your tour of the twelve Looking for Lincoln Story Trail Please call to confirm hours. wayside exhibits in Bloomington and Normal. Bloomington-Normal provides a variety of historic, educational and entertaining attractions, including the Children’s Discovery Museum, the Miller Park Zoo, and LINCOLN’S BLOOMINGTON AND NORMAL in the summer, Shakespeare under the Stars. If you add ILLINOIS: A TOUR NARRATED BY galleries, unique retail shopping, dining and summer ABRAHAM LINCOLN festivals, this area is a great place to visit. For information: Bloomington-Normal Area In this Audio-CD, President Lincoln reminisces about the Convention and Visitors Bureau, 1-800-433-8226 places he visited and their meaning to him. The tour includes sites in the historic downtown where Lincoln DAVID DAVIS MANSION practiced law, the building where Jesse Fell suggested STATE HISTORIC SITE Lincoln run for the presidency and other sites. The accompanying booklet includes photographs, tour direc- 1000 E. Monroe — near east Washington and Davis tions, maps and commentary. Special tour markers are Avenue placed at the designed stops on the tour. This beautifully The tour may be purchased for $15.00 at the Museum of restored 19th- History, 200 N. Main Street, Bloomington, IL 61701 century mansion For information: 309-827-0428,

BLOOMINGTON-NORMAL tells the story of www.mchistory.org Lincoln and Hours: Monday, Wednesday – Saturday, David Davis — 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM two self-made Labor Day to Memorial Day men from very Please call to confirm hours. different back- grounds. Davis helped to shape Lincoln’s political career and was responsible, in part, for his success in obtaining the Republican nomination. 6 7 CHAMPAIGN COUNTY – CHAMPAIGN COUNTY – MAHOMET URBANA (10 miles from Champaign/Urbana — 40 miles from (40 miles from Bloomington) Bloomington) CHAMPAIGN COUNTY COURTHOUSE – The western gateway to Champaign County, Mahomet is DOWNTOWN URBANA home to the spectacular Lake of the Woods Forest Preserve, which features a popular golf course, botanical Visit the companion exhibit Abraham Lincoln: Large garden, bell carillon, covered bridge, and 3.3-mile Presence in a Small Town at the Champaign County bike/pedestrian path. Visitors will also enjoy fishing, Courthouse in Urbana. This courtroom experience boating, hiking and picnicking. features Lincoln as a circuit lawyer in the county. Cell For information: 217-586-3360 phones and cameras are not allowed inside the courthouse. Entry via the Main Street entrance. MUSEUM OF THE GRAND PRAIRIE For information: 217-586-2612 Lake Of The Woods Forest Preserve at Rts. 47 & I-74 Hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00 PM – 4:00 PM Closed Federal Holidays. The Museum of the Grand Prairie is a facility of the Please call to confirm hours. Champaign County Forest Preserve District. The museum provides visitors with a glimpse of early-19th-century life, when Lincoln would have CHARLESTON been traveling through (70 miles from Decatur — CHARLESTON Central Illinois as a circuit 100 miles from Springfield) lawyer. Exhibits provide a rich context to better understand Thomas and Sarah Bush Lincoln, Abraham Lincoln’s Lincoln’s daily life and experi- father and stepmother, were among the early settlers of ence. Lincoln’s direct connections with Champaign the Charleston area. Lincoln visited Charleston on legal CHAMPAIGN COUNTY CHAMPAIGN County are highlighted in the exhibit Champaign business and for pleasure with some regularity. In 1858, County’s Lincoln. Charleston was the scene of the fourth Lincoln-Douglas For information: 217-586-2612 debate where an aspiring young politician and his rival, Hours: March – December Stephen A. Douglas, debated the issue of states rights and Daily, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM race relations in front of a crowd of 12,000 people. It June, July & August was to Charleston and nearby Lerna that Lincoln made Monday – Saturday, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM his last trip from Springfield before going to Washington. Sunday, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM Typical of many university towns, this city of 21,000 Please call to confirm hours. offers a varied array of activities, including an art museum, concert halls, theatres, a bike trail, golf courses, parks, shops and restaurants, plus a delightful display of outdoor murals that illustrate the city’s history. For information: Charleston Tourism Office, 217-348-0430

8 9 THE LINCOLN – DOUGLAS DEBATE MUSEUM LINCOLN LOG CABIN STATE HISTORIC SITE 126 E. Street – Coles County Fairgrounds 400 S. Lincoln Highway — 8 Miles south of Charleston

This museum, built on the This was the last home spot of the 4th debate, of Thomas and Sarah retraces the senatorial Bush Lincoln, Lincoln’s debates between Lincoln father and stepmother. and Stephen Douglas. The Today the site includes museum provides a self- a working living-history guided environment using farm developed around interactive displays, a two-room cabin. audio selections, Nearby is a second artifacts and photos farmstead that helps vis- that address the itors understand rural significance of the life in Illinois during the debates, what the 1840’s and enables them to compare two different styles issues were, and of farming. The site also offers a broad array of interpre- how these dia- tive programs, some of which are first person. In addi-

CHARLESTON logues affected the county. The tion, a beautiful visitor center houses a museum, gift museum also includes an inter- shop and an orientation theatre. The Reuben Moore pretive film, a children’s hands- State Historic Site is part of this complex and is within a on area, a gift shop and a life five-minute size sculpture of Lincoln and drive. It was the Douglas — the perfect photo opportunity. site of a cele-

For information: 217-348-0430 bration dinner CHARLESTON Hours: Open 7 days a week, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM that Lincoln Please call to confirm hours. attended honoring his election to the presidency. The Shiloh Church & Cemetery State Memorial, where Thomas and Sarah Bush Lincoln are buried, is also nearby. For information: 217-345-1845 Hours: May-September 7 7 days a week, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM September 8 – October Wednesday – Sunday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM November – February Wednesday – Sunday, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM March – April Wednesday – Sunday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Call for more information and to confirm hours.

10 11 DANVILLE 13 5:00 PM 5:00 5:00 PM Saturday, 10:00 AM – 10:00 Saturday, 217-935-6066 Danville Area the Vermilion County Museum the Vermilion Fithian was a promi- complex. Dr. nent 19th century physician, who was a friend, client, and political supporter of Abraham Lincoln. On September 21, 1858, during his bid for a U.S. Senate seat, Lincoln made an impromptu speech from the second-floor bal- cony outside the bedroom he – April – December April Tuesday Sunday, 1:00 PM – Sunday, to confirm hours. Please call For Information: For Hours: Danville is the first Illinois stop from the east on Danville is the first Illinois stop from the For information: Bureau, 217-442-2096 Convention & Visitors or 800-383-4386 DR. FITHIAN HOME Streets 116 N. Gilbert — Corner Gilbert and Lafayette William Fithian, build in 1855, is part of The home of Dr. DANVILLE — 120 miles from (85 miles from Indianapolis Springfield) argued connection to this city is a rich one. He Lincoln’s Judicial Circuit and practiced cases here on the Eighth 1849 to 1859. He shared an office law in Danville from and it was in Danville where he here with a local attorney in Illinois from a train bound for made his final address and the Presidency. Washington recreational I-74. The variety and quality of parks and for the visitor opportunities make this city a popular one Over 15,000 who is interested in adventures in nature. the Fork River, acres of public parks include the Middle only federally designated scenic river in Illinois. occupied. The room and the bed, in which Lincoln slept, home. Fithian are part of a tour of the Dr. nine includes back 100 years and explore the fully restored building and grounds and tour the house which includes the DeWitt County Museum. While Lincoln never visited this house, it is a great place to Clinton Area Chamber of in Clinton and one additional site in in Clinton and one additional

For Information: Bureau Commerce & Tourism 1-866-4-DeWitt or 217-935-3364 Clinton is conveniently located between Springfield, Clinton is conveniently

C.H. Moore and Abraham Lincoln shared legal space and C.H. Moore and Abraham Lincoln shared Homestead a partnership in Clinton. The C.H. Moore mansion which is on the includes an exquisite Victorian can step National Register of Historic places. Visitors 219 E. Woodlawn, Clinton, IL 61727 219 E. Woodlawn, learn about the connection between Moore and Lincoln era. and experience the extravagance of the Victorian C.H. MOORE HOMESTEAD AND DEWITT COUNTY MUSEUM Bloomington, Mt. Pulaski and Lincoln. Recreational Bloomington, Mt. Pulaski and Lincoln. Lake State opportunities include seven city parks, Clinton and the 550 acre Recreation area a 9,300 acre facility, State Park. Springs Weldon wayside exhibits DeWitt County Visitors can explore a rich Lincoln heritage that has a rich Lincoln heritage can explore Visitors and discover the impor- untouched for years remained early develop- Clinton’s Lincoln played in tant role that seen in Clinton from the ment. Lincoln was frequently there in 1839 as a lawyer on the time he first traveled until his election as President, a Eighth Judicial Circuit, 20 years. This community is strate- period of more than Springfield and Bloomington and gically located between on the Eighth Judicial Circuit. The was an important stop Story Trail Looking for Lincoln (170 Miles from downtown Chicago — 50 Miles from — 50 Miles Chicago downtown Miles from (170 Springfield) CLINTON CLINTON 12 DECATUR 15 Lincoln Decatur Area Convention & 217-422-4919 The museum complex contains period buildings including an one-room school house, 1860’s log cabin, and Macon 1850’s first courthouse, the only County’s and a video that chronicles the life Tuesday – Saturday, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM – Saturday, Tuesday PM 1:00 PM – 4:00 Every 4th Sunday, Please call to confirm hours. For information: Hours: For Information: 217-423-7000 Bureau, Visitor log courthouse where Lincoln practiced law in the late The museum also features the 1830’s. Connection Exhibit Other of the muse- of Lincoln in Decatur/Macon County. exhibits chronicle historical periods ever-changing um’s to the present day. of the 1830’s MACON COUNTY HISTORY MUSEUM COMPLEX Airport 5580 North Fork Road — near Decatur www.mchsdecatur.org DECATUR Springfield) from (40 miles many history and has a rich Lincoln Macon County the first Illinois home of Decatur was the Lincoln “firsts.” the presidency first nominated for he was Lincoln family, his and made Republican Party convention, at the state two For in downtown Decatur. first political speech practiced law here, as a lawyer on decades, Lincoln also These stories and more are the Eighth Judicial Circuit. , Story Trail Looking for Lincoln colorfully retold on The . For those which features fifteen waysides exhibits Illinois, exploration of Lincoln’s looking to broaden their Center features a natural history nearby Rock Springs hiking trails, some of which pass museum and extensive Decatur also offers opportu- through tall-grass prairie. is which including Lake Decatur, nities for recreation trails, and a surrounded by a number of parks, nature includes the disc golf course. Scoville Park on the lake Museum of Illinois and nearby Scoville Zoo, Children’s picnic area. as well as a wonderful playground and central location makes it an ideal jumping off Decatur’s point to go Looking for Lincoln. 217-442-2922 Danville office. The Lincoln Gallery displays other Lincoln- related artifacts, Completed in 2002, this re-cre- Completed the 1833 Vermilion ation of House showcases County Court Upon history. rich the county’s visitors are entering the facility, bronze greeted by a life-size March 1 – October 31 AM – 5:00 PM 10:00 – Saturday, Tuesday November 1 – February 28 AM – 4:00 PM 10:00 – Saturday, Tuesday Please call to confirm hours.

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statue of Lincoln the circuit-riding attorney. In the In circuit-riding attorney. statue of Lincoln the office display is the desk used by Lincoln/ Lamon law Hill Lamon, in their Ward partner, Lincoln and his law 116 N. Gilbert 116 N. www.vermilioncountymuseum.org THE VERMILION COUNTY MUSEUM COUNTY VERMILION THE and the museum research library has a collection of over 400 Lincoln and books. Civil War DANVILLE 14 Voices of Jacksonville Audio Tour. Options for visitors GALESBURG also include murals depicting the community’s history, (50 miles from Peoria — 120 miles Underground Railroad sites, including Woodlawn Farm, from Springfield) and Jacksonville’s historic homes district. Visitors can walk in the footsteps of greatness by following the lives of Lincoln’s connection to Galesburg is an important one. Stephen Douglas and General Benjamin Grierson. All of Old Main at Knox College, the site of the 5th Lincoln- these experiences explain why Jacksonville is so proud of Douglas Debate, is the only original debate site the many important figures who have called this historic still standing. Two large bronze tablets commemorating city their home. the debate flank the east For information: www.jacksonvilleil.org door. Inside are additional 217-243-5678 or 1-800-593-5678 historical displays open to the public, including a VOICES OF JACKSONVILLE-AN AUDIO TOUR chair that Lincoln sat in www.LincolnInJacksonville.com while visiting friends in Galesburg prior to the Follow in the steps of Abraham Lincoln in Jacksonville.

GALESBURG debate. A life size granite While Looking for Lincoln in Jacksonville, see the actual statue of Abraham Lincoln, modeled after the one in the places and hear Capitol Rotunda in Washington, D.C., greets visitors in the real stories front of the Amtrak Depot at 225 S. Seminary St. Old of Lincoln as Main is also the home of the Lincoln Studies Center at his friends and Knox College. The center is widely renowned for its associates knew JACKSONVILLE books and research that have vastly enriched our under- him. A series of standing of Lincoln’s life and presidency. creatively and Carl Sandburg, noted both for his poetry and his professionally Lincoln biography, was born in Galesburg, and the Carl produced audio Sandburg Birthplace State Historic Site is open to the programs are public. Sandburg’s early years in Galesburg helped to available by sim- shape his literary talents and his life-long interest in ply tuning in to a special radio frequency identified at Lincoln each site. These programs explore the connections For Information: Galesburg Convention and between Jacksonville and Lincoln which include two Civil Visitors Bureau, 1-800-916-3330 War generals, a vocal abolitionist community and an active Underground Railroad network. The audio tour covers a mural and six of the ten Looking for Lincoln JACKSONVILLE Story Trail wayside exhibits. (36 miles from Springfield) A map of the tour and a CD are available at the Jacksonville Area Convention and Visitors Bureau or at www.lincolninjacksonville.com. The web site provides an Jacksonville is the perfect place to step back in history. audio download. The city’s rich heritage includes sites that explore For Information: 217-243-5678 or Lincoln’s connection to Jacksonville and make history 1-800-593-5678 relevant to a new generation. Ten Looking for Lincoln Story Trail wayside exhibits highlight his relationship to Jacksonville. Six of these exhibits are enhanced by the

16 17 JACKSONVILLE 18 LINCOLN several furnishings fromtheLincoln’s home. small rockeretchedwithTad Lincoln’s nameonit,and elry andchina,severalofLincoln’s toolsfromhis desk,a that belongedtothefamily, includingMaryLincoln’s jew- hand, andseveralofhispersonal lawbooks. of “Mortality,” Lincoln’s favoritepoemwritteninhisown the LincolnHeritageMuseumexhibitsasignificantcol- learning namedforAbrahamLincolnwhilehewasalive, Located onthecampusofonlyinstitutionhigher www.lincolnheritagemuseum.org 300 Keokuk—LincolnCollegeCampus LINCOLN HERITAGE MUSEUM Bureau ofLoganCounty, 217-732-8687 corner ofFifthStreetandRoute66. more information,visittheInformationStationat several uniqueshops,businessesandrestaurants.For the beautifulandthrivingdowntownarea,featuring intended purposes.ItsitsonRoute66thesquareof the fewIllinoiscourthousesstillbeingusedforits Judicial Circuit. law atPostvilleCourtHousewhileridingtheEighth had manyfriends,ownedpropertyhereandpracticed Story Trail on, whichiscommemoratedbyaLookingforLincoln fact, hechristenedthecitywithjuiceofawatermel- to benamedforLincolnbeforehebecamepresident.In Lincoln, knownasthe“namesakecity,” istheonlytown Chicago) (35 milesfromSpringfield—165 LINCOLN This siteshowcasesanassortment ofpersonalitems For moreinformation: The century-oldLoganCountyCourthouseisoneof wayside exhibit an extremelyrarecopy which hecasthisvote, banner, theballotboxin “railsplitter” campaign such asanoriginal1860 Lincoln-related artifacts, lection ofCivilWar and near thetrainstation.He A. LincolnTourism STATE HISTORICSITE THE POSTVILLECOURTHOUSE during themid1800’s. activities ofcountygovernment unteers, showcasethetypical the building,providedbyvol- this site.Exhibitsandatourof Circuit practicedlawhereat 914 5thStreet the summerof2013. to anewandgreatlyexpandedlocationonthecampusin For information: Hours: 217-735-4977 The LincolnHeritageMuseumwillbemoving For information: Hours: Please calltoconfirmhours. T March –October Tuesday –Saturday, 12:00Noon November –February Please calltoconfirmhours. holiday weekends Closed Sundays,holidaysand Saturday, 1:00PM– Monday January 1–December31 uesday – – 217-732-8930 or 217-732-3155, ext295 Saturday, 12:00Noon-5:00PM Friday, 9:00AM– eled theEighthJudicial other attorneyswhotrav- Abraham Lincolnand use from1840to1847. Courthouse whichwasin first LoganCounty a reproductionofthe The PostvilleCourthouseis 4:00 PM 4:00 PM

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The heart of Metamora is its beautiful square in front of Many of Lincoln’s friendships were created as he the courthouse, still used today for local celebrations as traveled from one courthouse to another on the Eighth it was when Lincoln, the circuit riding lawyer, passed Judicial Circuit. Lincoln had many friends in Mt. Pulaski. through town. A Looking for Lincoln Story Trail way- He spent a great deal of time arguing cases there in a side exhibit marks the area where Lincoln mediated courthouse that is still located on the square in the cen- conflicts and played horseshoes outside of court. ter of town and is surrounded by lovely old buildings Weekends are full of events on the square like band con- reflective of small-town America. certs, dances and Civil War re-enactments. Many featur- Mt. Pulaski is a farm town that is only 12 miles from ing the Central Illinois Civil War Dance Society I-55 and 25 miles from Springfield. No matter how you Performers who are sponsored by the courthouse. get there, you will drive through some of the richest Metamora, an easy 11 mile drive northeast of Peoria, was farmland in the state. This stop offers the opportunity to

METAMORA also hometown to Adlai E. Stevenson, Vice President of get off the main roads and see the country. the United States under Grover Cleveland. The Metamora For information: Mt. Pulaski Visitor and Courthouse and the Stevenson House are both on the Information Bureau, (217)792-3222 or 792-5657 National Register of Historic Places. MT. PULASKI COURTHOUSE METAMORA COURTHOUSE STATE HISTORIC SITE STATE HISTORIC SITE Town Square 113 East Partridge Street — Downtown Square This courthouse is only Lincoln was involved in more one of two remaining than 70 cases, including two Eighth Judicial Circuit MT. PULASKI harboring slave hearings and courthouses in Illinois two murder cases and the only one that is — some before his restored, furnished friend and future and interpreted as Supreme Court an operating 1850’s Justice, David Davis. courthouse. This is an The renovated 1845 opportunity to spend time with the spirit of Lincoln and Metamora Courthouse is one a chance to actually walk of only two remaining original court-houses on the the floors where Lincoln Eighth Judicial Circuit. The community museum on the walked. The story of this first floor has artifacts from pioneer days through the building and the town is lov- Civil War, photographs and even history games. ingly interpreted by a devot- For information: 309-367-4470 or ed group of volunteers. [email protected] For information: 217-792-3222 or Hours: March – October 217-792-3919 Tuesday – Saturday, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM Hours: Year Round November – February Tuesday – Saturday, 12:00 Noon – 4:00 PM Tuesday – Saturday, 12:00 Noon – 4:00 PM Please call to confirm hours. Other times by appointment. Please call to confirm hours. 20 21 PETERSBURG 23 he served as a legislator, studied law and occupied a number of other posi- tions. A trip to New Salem reveals the hard prairie Petersburg Chamber of The square features shops, antique stores and The square features For information: Commerce, 217-632-7363 LINCOLN’S NEW SALEM HISTORIC SITE STATE Rt. 97 — 2 Miles South of Petersburg www.LincolnsNewSalem.com Lincoln New Salem is a reconstructed pioneer village. While here, came here in 1831 and stayed for six years. at the same time reflects life of rural Illinois in the 1830’s among the buildings Included a vigorous community. are numerous log houses, a grist mill, a carding mill, doctors’ houses, a tavern and several stores — 23 structures in all. Interpreters in period dress often PETERSBURG Springfield) from (25 miles north of New Salem. is a scant two miles Petersburg resi- Many former the city in 1836. Lincoln surveyed in Oakland Cemetery, Salem are buried dents of New be who was reputed to Ann Rutledge, among them wrote sweetheart. Edgar Lee Masters, who Lincoln’s many inhabitants of New Salem, about Lincoln and the His home is still standing. was a resident of Petersburg. in Oakland Cemetery. Masters is also buried Menard County Historical Museum, restaurants plus the about Lincoln the Surveyor. featuring a special exhibit a quick drive from New Salem to Because it is such visitors take advantage of this Petersburg, many hungry rest and refresh. Like most river charming old town to and filled with towns, Petersburg is picturesque and hilly houses. beautiful old Victorian The Historical Society Museum, which features an official Looking for Lincoln 217-792-3719 March 1 – December 31 – Saturday, Tuesday 12:00 Noon – 4:00 PM Closed January to March. Call for a tour. Please call to confirm hours. , is directly across the square wayside exhibit, is directly across the

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MT. PULASKI HISTORICAL SOCIETY MUSEUM SOCIETY HISTORICAL PULASKI MT. CENTER WELCOME AND Story Trail from the courthouse. The society volunteers have a pas- from the courthouse. so they can rich local history, sion for their community’s his friends. They offer a wealth of stories about Lincoln and visitors who also provide a warm welcome to the many come to share their history. MT. PULASKI MT. 22 PITTSFIELD 25 the Shastid House, visitors can pull up in front of eleven other houses and three sites and through the Pike County Chamber of Commerce at 217-285-2971 or The Abe Lincoln Project of Pike County at 217-285-6995 PM 8:30 AM – 4:30 Monday – Friday, Lobby open 7 days a week Please call to confirm hours. Pittsfield, in Pike County, is situated between the Pittsfield, in Pike County, For information: Center Hours: Visitor THE TALKING HOUSES OF PITTSFIELD THE TALKING standing in Many houses that Lincoln visited are still tour only one, Pittsfield. While it is possible to actually PITTSFIELD PITTSFIELD Quincy) from — 55 miles Springfield from (70 miles on Springfield west traveling to or from If you are the are an easy stop off and Pike County I-72, Pittsfield are White House secretaries three Lincoln’s highway. many and Lincoln had with Pike County associated history is rich with Pittsfield’s friends in this community. and the community has found people who knew Lincoln share that history with visitors. a very unique way to Rivers which affords the perfect Illinois and Mississippi spots. The area also includes 20 location for recreational bed and breakfasts that cater to hunting lodges and are Plus there turkey and deer. hunters looking for wild the hiking enthusiast. many opportunities for and lived in car radio listen as people who knew Lincoln A map and informa- those houses each tell their story. House tour are available at the tion for the Talking Washington. Center located at 224 W. Pittsfield Visitor Center where staff is avail- The tour begins at the Visitor are always able during the week. Maps and brochures available at that location. 5:00 PM 4:00 PM demonstrate the daily the demonstrate by the performed tasks here. who lived pioneers a visi- The site includes a museum tor center, film. and an orientation Sunday, 9:00 AM – 9:00 Sunday, 8:00 AM – Sunday, – – 217-632-4000 April – October 31 Wednesday November 1 – March 31 Wednesday March – April 15 Please call to confirm hours.

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Seven hundred acres Seven hundred in all, the park has picnic facilities, campgrounds, hiking trails, one restaurant and an out-door theatre during the summer. PETERSBURG 24 26 QUINCY history museum whichdisplaysitemsdepicting thehis- original 1835two-story logcabin,periodgarden anda other duringtheirpoliticalcareers.Bothmenalso lish theRepublicanPartyandcampaignedforeach were membersoftheWhigParty. Theyworkedtoestab- Lincoln andJohnWood werebothagainstslaveryand 425 N.12thStreet JOHN WOODMANSION Visitors Bureau,1-800-978-4748 a MoorishCastlethatoverlookstheMississippiRiver. architectural gemnottobemissedistheVilla Kathrine, 1930 whenQuincywasaprominentrivertown.Another rich arrayofhomesandbuildingsfromtheperiod1850- tural diversity. Fourmajorhistoricaldistrictsprovidea of Quincy. Lincoln’s long-timerelationshipwiththepeople Trail important participantinTheLookingforLincolnStory tor isopenforvisitsontheweekend.Quincyan Eells, anabolitionistandUndergroundRailroadconduc- several Lincolnrelatedsites,thehomeofDr. Richard campaign andinLincoln’s politicalcareer. Inaddition to Stephen A.Douglaswhichwasaturningpointinthe connection isthehistoricsixthdebatewithSenator and legislativesuccesses.ThehallmarkQuincy-Lincoln tacts withQuincyanswereinstrumentaltohispolitical fought intheBlackHawkWar in1832.Hismanycon- Browning andfutureGovernorJohnWood whentheyall friends. HeservedwithfutureU.S.SenatorOrvilleH. Lincoln countedmanyQuincyresidentsashisclosest (114 milesfromSpringfield) QUINCY For information: Quincy isacommunitythatproudofitsarchitec- with eighteen waysideexhibits Quincy AreaConvention& complex alsoincludesan William Bisselldied.Thesite in 1860whenGovernor Governor ofIllinoisstarting served aten-monthtermas Hawk War of1832.Wood served togetherintheBlack describing assassination. Admission$3.00. includes severalrareitemsassociatedwithLincoln’s a newgallery tory ofAdamsCounty. Theadjacentvisitorcenterfeatures exhibits series ofLookingforLincolnStoryTrail The interpretivecenterislocatedacrossfromthesiteof Washington Park 128 N.FifthSt.—Downtownacrossfrom INTERPRETIVE CENTER THE LINCOLN-DOUGLASDEBATE Tours: Hours: www.AdamsCoHistory.org For information: Shop: Office: Hours: For information: and otherinterpretivematerials. Monday –Friday, 8:30AM–4:30 PM Please calltoconfirmhours. 10:00 AM–2:00PM Tuesday –Saturday, 10:00 AM–2:00PM Monday –Friday, 10:00 AM–2:00PM Tuesday -Saturday, April -October Please calltoconfirmhours. Saturday andSundaybyappointment focusing onLincolnandQuincy. Italso which hasbeenenhancedbya Loredo Taft basrelief sculpture Washington Parkfeaturesa actual debatesitein the storyofthosedebates.The and informationthathelptotell Debate andfeaturesdisplays the sixthLincolnDouglas 217-222-1835, 217-228-8696

wayside 27 QUINCY SPRINGFIELD OLD CAPITOL STATE HISTORIC SITE (200 miles from downtown Chicago — Downtown Mall 100 miles from St. Louis) This majestic structure with its Springfield is the heart of Lincoln country. Lincoln imposing porticoes and origi- moved from New Salem to Springfield in 1837 and left as nal facade allows guests president-elect in 1861. When visiting the Lincoln Home, t o imagine the state capitol the Old State Capitol, the Lincoln-Herndon Law Office, building as it was when the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum, or just a Lincoln lived and worked in stroll past the Lincoln Depot, visitors will begin to under- Springfield. It is here that he stand how this man grew from a fledgling lawyer to a president. Springfield provides insights into Lincoln’s personal life as well as his political career. But Springfield isn’t just about Lincoln. It is a state capital with museums and sites appropriate to a capital city. Route 66 cuts through Springfield and attracts visitors from all over the world. A totally restored and furnished Frank Lloyd Wright prairie-style house, a water practiced law before the

SPRINGFIELD park, a zoo and permanent and changing exhibits at the Illinois State Museum are just some of the other options Supreme Court, spent hours the city provides. There truly is something for everyone. with his professional associ- For Information: Springfield Convention & ates in the law library, served Visitors Bureau, 1-800-545-7300 as a legislator, and most importantly, in 1858 gave his famous “House Divided

Speech.” It is also here that his body lay in state when he SPRINGFIELD was brought back to Springfield after his assassination. Original pieces are mixed with antique furniture and artifacts, successfully re-creating the building as Lincoln would have known it. For information: 217-785-7960 Hours: June 1– September 7 7 days a week, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM September 8 – May Tuesday – Saturday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Please call to confirm hours.

28 29 ABRAHAM LINCOLN PRESIDENTIAL MUSEUM ABRAHAM LINCOLN PRESIDENTIAL LIBRARY 212 North 6th Street • www.PresidentLincoln.org 112 North 6th Street • www.PresidentLincoln.org With more than 12 million items in its collections, the Presidential Library is the premier repository for Illinois history — including the most complete holdings of pre-presidential Lincoln materials found anywhere. In a stunning combination of It is a public, scholarship and showmanship, the non-circulating Abraham Lincoln Presidential research facility Museum immerses you in Lincoln’s containing mater- world and time. Journey from a rus- ial on all aspects tic Indiana cabin to the Executive Mansion in the nation’s capital; fol- of Illinois history. Free admission. low the fate of America’s 16th president and share the joys and sorrows of a family—and a nation. For more information: 800-610-2094 Hours: Library Public Hours In the Ghosts of the Library, our Lincoln historian tackles Monday – Sunday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM SPRINGFIELD the question: “Why save all this stuff ?” As he muses over Library Research Hours artifacts and documents, he is joined by ghosts of Civil Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM War soldiers and even Abraham Lincoln himself to reveal Saturday and Sunday – Closed why history matters. In Lincoln’s Eyes, you peer through The entire Library is closed on a window to Civil War America in this vibrant, multi- state holidays. screen presentation. The Treasures Gallery rotates our Please call to confirm hours. priceless artifacts that range from the extraordinary to SPRINGFIELD the everyday.

The heart of the Lincoln legacy is at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum in Springfield, Illinois.

For more information: 800-610-2094 Hours: Open daily, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM except Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Day. Please call to confirm hours.

30 31 LINCOLN HOME NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE LINCOLN – HERNDON LAW OFFICES 8th and Jackson — www.nps.gov/liho/ STATE HISTORIC SITE Downtown Mall This is the only home that Lincoln ever These offices are the only owned. He and his ones still standing where family lived here from Lincoln practiced law. He 1844 until they left moved into the building for Washington in in 1843, and William 1861. A tour of the Herndon became his home and the partner in 1844. They surrounding 4-block were still partners when area provides a Lincoln left for Wash- glimpse into Lincoln’s ington. The offices occupied by Lincoln and Herndon are here. The building also contains a post office and the only SPRINGFIELD Federal Court in Illinois between 1840 and 1848. The first floor of the site also houses Tinsley Dry Goods, where life, revealing Lincoln as husband, you’ll find a great selection of sou- father, neighbor, politician, and president-elect. The his- venirs and original items to give as

toric neighborhood, which appears much as Lincoln gifts or to help you remember your SPRINGFIELD would have remembered it, includes two restored hous- time in the Land of Lincoln. es that provide exhibits, neighborhood wayside exhibits, For information: 217-785-7960 and a Visitor Center with films and displays that further Hours: June 1 – September 7 tell the story of the Lincolns in Springfield. 7 days a week, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM For information: 217-391-3221 September 8 – May 30 Hours: Open daily, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM Tuesday – Saturday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, Please call to confirm hours. New Years Day Please call to confirm hours.

32 33 HISTORY COMES ALIVE IN SPRINGFIELD about the community and the Lincolns. In front of the Lincoln Law Offices are two exhibits that explain the From mid-June until importance of this community to Abraham Lincoln. mid-August the days Adjacent to the exhibits is a life-size bronze sculpture and evenings in down- grouping representing Lincoln, Mary and two of their town Springfield will be children — the perfect photo opportunity. filled with entertain- ment designed to bring EDWARDS PLACE history alive. Regularly 700 North 4th Street Springfield scheduled programs include strolling mus- The oldest home in icians, costumed inter- Springfield on its original preters, visits with foundation, Edwards Place Abraham Lincoln, story tells the story of Benjamin programs for children and Helen Edwards and and costumed tour their life at the home guides. Some evening from 1843 to 1909. events include a flag The wonderfully preserved lowering ceremony at

SPRINGFIELD Italianate mansion was the Tomb, an old fash- once a center for social ion ice cream social, activity in Springfield and is now a part of the Springfield and special appear- Art Association campus. Prominent citizens and politi- ances by Lincoln at the cians such as Abraham Lincoln and Stephen A. Douglas Old State Capitol. As were entertained at lavish dinner parties and visitors walk from the

the grounds played host to many summer picnics and SPRINGFIELD Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum to each historic political rallies. site, they just might find living history around the very next corner. For a schedule of these events contact Your visit to Edwards Place will the Springfield Convention & Visitors Bureau at include a guided tour through the 1-800-545-7300. formal receiving parlor, music room, family dining room and the SPRINGFIELD’S LOOKING FOR LINCOLN second floor bedrooms. The STORY TRAIL home is furnished with wonderful examples of Victorian furniture, Springfield was the first including many pieces that city to install Looking belonged to the Edwards family. for Lincoln Story Trail You will also see the authentic "Lincoln Courting Couch" wayside exhibits. There from the parlor of the Ninian Edwards home where are 48 “story boards” Abraham Lincoln and Mary Todd were married. throughout the downtown For More Information: 217-523-2631 area that re-create the Hours: Tours are offered Tuesday through Springfield that would Saturday 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM and begin have been familiar to the promptly on the hour. Please call to Lincoln family. Each time confirm hours. a visitor stops to read they will learn something else 34 35 LINCOLN TOMB STATE HISTORIC SITE For information: 217-782-2717 Hours: March – April Oak Ridge Cemetery Tuesday – Saturday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM May – September 7 It is said that Abraham 7 days a week. 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Lincoln and his wife Mary September 8 – November often visited Oak Ridge Tuesday – Saturday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Cemetery while they lived in November – February Springfield. They were both Tuesday – Saturday, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM impressed by the setting. Please call to confirm hours. Remembering that time, Mary insisted that Lincoln be buried at Oak Ridge. The TAYLORVILLE magnificent and imposing tomb designed by world- (27 miles from Springfield — 75 miles from famous sculptor Larkin Mead downtown St. Louis) stands on a slight rise and provides a dramatic image as visitors Taylorville is known as “the last stop” because as enter the cemetery. The tomb Lincoln and his fellow lawyers rode the Eighth Judicial Circuit, Taylorville was often the last town they visited

SPRINGFIELD contains the remains of the entire family with the exception before returning to Springfield. A favorite Taylorville of Robert, who is buried at story about some noisy pigs Arlington Cemetery. The 114th under the courthouse illustrates Regiment Illinois, a volunteer Lincoln’s sense of humor. This infantry reactivated Civil War unit, moment is commemorated by a

performs a stirring flag ceremony whimsical statue on the lawn of TAYLORVILLE in front of the tomb at 7:00 PM the Taylorville courthouse. A each Tuesday evening during June Looking for Lincoln Story through August. Trail wayside exhibit tells the story of Lincoln and the pigs. The original courthouse built in 1839 was moved to the Christian County Historical Society and Museum complex in 1967. For information about this museum complex and visiting hours please call 217-824-6922.

36 37 VANDALIA VANDALIA STATEHOUSE STATE HISTORIC SITE (80 miles from Springfield — 75 miles from downtown St. Louis) Corner of Route 51 & Gallatin Street

Vandalia is where Lincoln officially started his political Lincoln began to hone career when he was elected legislator while at New his skills as a legisla- Salem. Vandalia was the state capital from 1820 to 1839. tor and an orator in Then it was moved to Springfield, partly through this impressive white Lincoln’s efforts. Across from this imposing building is a brick building. It is small park where visitors can sit with a statue of here that his fellow Lincoln, rest, and have a photo taken with the capitol in legislators began to the background. The Looking for Lincoln Story Trail in recognize his leader- Vandalia consists of ten wayside exhibits throughout ship skills. The build- VANDALIA the downtown area and the adjoining cemetery. ing is an elegant Vandalia is located right at the junction of I-70, Federal style struc- US-51 and IL-185 and is the western terminus of the old ture, which was built National Road. The spot is marked by the Madonna of the by city residents in a Trails, an impressive 18 foot statue. Across the street is failed attempt to keep the Fayette County Museum, which houses items of the the capital in Vandalia. Lincoln-era. All three branches of For information: Vandalia Chamber of Commerce, 618-283-2728 state government were contained in this building for the first time in the state’s history. Totally restored and appropriately furnished, a tour of this building is a lesson in the early politics of

Illinois and Lincoln’s place in that story. VANDALIA For information: 618-283-1161 Hours: March – April Tuesday – Saturday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM May – September 7 7 days a week, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM September 8 – October Tuesday – Saturday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM November – February Tuesday – Saturday, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Please call to confirm hours.

38 39 LOOKING FOR LINCOLN 41 “ Oakland ...... 1 Ottawa ...... 4 Petersburg . . . . . 3 Pittsfield ...... 4 Pontiac ...... 9 Quincy ...... 18 Rochester...... 2 Rushville...... 2 Shelbyville...... 5 Springfield . . . . 48 St. Joseph ...... 1 Strasburg ...... 1 Taylorville...... 4 Tolono ...... 1 Urbana ...... 4 Vandalia ...... 10 Galesburg...... 1 Homer ...... 1 Jacksonville . . . 10 Jonesboro...... 3 Kent Township1 . . LaHarpe ...... 1 Lerna ...... 2 Lincoln ...... 1 Macomb...... 1 Mahomet ...... 1 Mattoon ...... 1 Metamora...... 1 Middletown. . 1 . . Monticello . . . . . 3 Moweaqua . . . . . 1 Mount Pulaski2 . . Nauvoo ...... 1 Normal ...... 2 LOOKING FOR LINCOLN STORY TRAIL Community# of Exhibits . . Athens...... 1 Atlanta ...... 1 Augusta. 1 ...... Beardstown . . . . 7 Bement...... 3 Bloomington10 . . Carthage ...... 6 Champaign . . . . . 1 Charleston . . . . . 1 Clinton ...... 9 Dallas City...... 1 Danville ...... 3 Decatur ...... 15 DeWitt...... 1 Edinburg ...... 1 Elkhart ...... 1 Fountain Green1 . Freeport ...... 1 “ political events, all leading to his presidential election. More than just a historical marker, these waysides contain illustra- tions, photographs, text and a 2 inch medal- lion in bas relief with an image ! LOOKING FOR designed

LINCOLN STORY TRAIL that is unique to each storyboard. Visitors are encour- that is unique to each storyboard. Visitors aged to take rubbings of the medallions and create a collection that commemorates all of the places that they have been to look for Lincoln. The wayside exhibits serve as storyboards that describe The wayside exhibits serve as storyboards specific connection to each of these communi- Lincoln’s and important ties. They portray friendships, law cases to tell you about each com- to tell you about each connection to munity’s Lincoln. Some communi- as 18 ties have as many have while others might just has 48 one or two. Springfield find these places go to in total. To Use the web our web site www.LookingForLincoln.com. map or contact us for a Looking for Lincoln Story Trail the addition of brochure. Keep checking the web site for the GPS coordinates for each wayside. Looking for Lincoln The Looking for invite you to explore We cen- 50 communities throughout . More than Story Trail have installed over tral Illinois 210 Looking for Lincoln wayside exhibits FOLLOW THE FOLLOW LOOKING FOR LINCOLN FOR LOOKING 40 THE ABRAHAM LINCOLN create a living history experience that chronicles the evo- lution of the landscape and extend these opportunities to NATIONAL HERITAGE AREA the widest audience possible. Join us while we go Looking for Lincoln! As the result of the heritage area's work, communi- NATIONAL HERITAGE AREA ties across the region understand their history and The Abraham Lincoln National Heritage Area was appreciate how life here has evolved over time. The designated by Congress and was then signed into law by region's legacy gives meaning and context to experiences the President on May 10, 2008. It is the only national today. Heritage area partners work collaboratively to pre- heritage area named for a president and its legislation serve significant resources and strengthen local and designates the Looking for Lincoln Heritage Coalition (a regional economies through heritage-based initiatives 501(c)3 organization) and innovation. Success is accomplished through a com- as the coordinating mon vision of building prosperity through recognition of entity for the Abraham this shared heritage. Lincoln National By means of a thought-provoking engagement with Heritage Area. rich stories and evocative tales of connections, we Under the endeavor to explore the themes related to Lincoln the coordination of lawyer and politician, Lincoln and civil rights, the under- the Looking for ground railroad, and the Civil War – just to name a few. Lincoln Heritage Coalition – a Join us, as we go Looking for Lincoln! consortium of central Illinois sites and communities – along with the crucial support of the Illinois Historic Preservation Agency, the Illinois Office of Tourism, the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum and the National Park Service residents can experience the Abraham Lincoln National Heritage Area and walk in Lincoln’s footsteps. The Coalition and the National Heritage Area cover the same 42 counties in Central Illinois and our mission is to preserve, interpret and promote the heritage and culture NATIONAL HERITAGE AREA HERITAGE NATIONAL of the area in the context of Lincoln’s Illinois. We further seek to educate, develop and interpret visitor-ready sites,

42 43 To experience the Looking for Lincoln Storytrail go to www.LookingForLincoln.com and click on this link.

NOTES ______To explore Lincoln’s career as a lawyer traveling the circuit go to www.LookingForLincoln.com and ______click on this link. ______

______To learn more about travel opportunities ______to the Lincoln Douglas Debate sites, go to www.LookingForLincoln.com ______and click on this link. ______