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Lincoln Home National Historic Site

Springfield, IL

History

The only home Abraham Lincoln ever owned, set in four restored blocks of his neighborhood. Free tickets for the house tour come from the visitor center on 7th Street.

Nearest town
Springfield, IL
Category
History & culture
GPS
39.7976, -89.6455
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