Lincoln Home National Historic Site, IL (8-22-09)
The Abraham Lincoln Historic Site contains Lincoln's home and 12 additional structures that have survived since Lincoln's time. On a whirlwind tour, I was able to visit the Historic Site in its entirety along with many of the remaining structures remaining around town to which Lincoln was connected, finishing with his tomb...
Allen Miller House (ca. 1851)
Mr. Miller, his wife Clarissa and children lived here along with Clarissa's brother and his wife. Miller was a successful leather dealer at the time who also had business in tinware and stoves. Though in beautiful condition, the house has been changed some since 1860 and the park service has plans to restore it to its original appearance.
Solomon Allen Barn (ca. 1850's)
Originally there was also a home on this property but the barn is the only thing left. In fact, according to the info plaque, this barn is the only existing outbuilding left in the neighborhood. Many of the houses in the area would have had similar structures on the property with them.
Lincoln-Herndon Law Offices (ca. 1840-41)
Lincoln practiced law out of this building from 1843-1852. William H. Herndon ran the practice during Lincoln's term as congressman. The ground floor is open to the general public and has many interesting displays. To visit the second and third floors, however, you must follow the guided tour for a small fee.
Lincoln-Herndon Law Offices (ca. 1840-41)
Lincoln practiced law out of this building from 1843-1852. William H. Herndon ran the practice during Lincoln's term as congressman. The ground floor is open to the general public and has many interesting displays. To visit the second and third floors, however, you must follow the guided tour for a small fee.
Old Illinois State House (ca. 1837-40)
The Old Illinois State House served as the official state house from 1840-1876 after which it served as the Sangamon County Courthouse until 1966. Lincoln had an important role in moving the state capitol to the town of Springfield and served his final term as State Representative from 1840-41. The old capitol building is open to the public and guided tours are available for those who want a more in-depth experience.
Great Western (Lincoln) Depot
Lincoln passed through this building on two important occasions. The first, on February 11, 1861, saw him leaving for an uncertain future as President of a country falling apart. The second, he returned a martyr, a savior who had successfully guided the United States through its darkest hours and paid the ultimate sacrifice for his service.
Lincoln's Tomb (ca. 1874)
On the day President Lincoln died certain Springfield residents banded together to form the National Lincoln Monument Association. Monies were gathered to provide a fitting resting place for the man who had given so much in service to his country. Lincoln, his wife Mary, and three of his four sons (Edward, Willie, & Tad) are interred here.
Lincoln's Tomb (ca. 1874)
On the day President Lincoln died certain Springfield residents banded together to form the National Lincoln Monument Association. Monies were gathered to provide a fitting resting place for the man who had given so much in service to his country. Lincoln, his wife Mary, and three of his four sons (Edward, Willie, & Tad) are interred here.
Cheryl
on August 29, 2009I've been there and seen that but I'm sure I didn't notice all the details that you have captured.