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Experience history like never before. Step inside key moments in Lincoln's life, from triumph to tragedy. Explore immersive displays and shows that drive home the human costs of slavery and war. Connect with Lincoln and his family through artifacts that can't be found anywhere else in the world. You'll feel like you're walking in Lincoln's shoes.

Special Exhibits


The State of Sound: A World of Music from Illinois
Lincoln's Life in Letters

Richard Hunt exhibit opening October 25, 2024.

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Lincoln Quotes

Four score and seven years ago our fathers brought forth on this continent a new nation, conceived in Liberty, and dedicated to the proposition that all men are created equal."

Abraham Lincoln | November 19, 1863

Research and Collections

Research Division

Research activity including the Papers of Abraham Lincoln.

Oral History

Preserving the stories of Illinois' citizens through spoken word.

Collections

Delve into our collections about Lincoln and the Prairie State.

Testimonials

The museum is well put together and makes a quite emotional tour!

What a phenomenal museum! The volunteers are pleasant and knowledgeable. The museum is well put together and makes a quite emotional tour! I learned so much about our country’s history and how amazing Lincoln and his wife were! I will be back again. Also this tour will take you some time, I was there for 3 hours and it was worth it!”

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