Everything about Lincoln Home National Historic Site totally explained
Lincoln Home National Historic Site preserves the
Springfield, Illinois home
Abraham Lincoln lived in from 1844 to 1861, before becoming the 16th
President of the United States. The
presidential memorial includes a four-block historic district surrounding the home and a
visitor center.
The house, purchased by Lincoln and his wife,
Mary Todd Lincoln in 1844, was the first and only home that Lincoln ever owned. Located at the corner of Eighth and Jackson Streets, the house contains twelve rooms spread over two floors. During the time he lived here, Lincoln was elected to the
House of Representatives, in 1846, and elected as President, 1860.
The home and
Lincoln Tomb (also in Springfield) were designated
National Historic Landmarks on
December 19,
1960, and automatically listed on the
National Register of Historic Places on
October 15,
1966. The home and adjacent district became a
National Historic Site on
August 18,
1971 and is administered by the
National Park Service. As of 2007, it's the only National Park Service property in
Illinois. In total, the buildings included in the park make up 12 acres. Per the wishes of his eldest son Robert, admission to the home is free. Donations are accepted.
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