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Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park
Your Safety
 

For your safety please remember:

  • Children should always be accompanied by an adult while visiting the park
  • No walking or climbing on the walls of the Memorial Building steps, Boundary Oak, Sinking Spring, or flag pole area
  • Hiking trails may cross public road (use CAUTION!)
  • Be aware of poisonous plants i.e. poison ivy on park grounds
  • Walkways are sometimes slippery when wet
  • Be aware of maintenance equipment in use or construction zones
  • Secure valuables in your vehicle
  • Do not enter areas that are closed and marked as such

 

For warm weather:

  • Stinging insects are in the area
  • Heat may be deadly to children or pets left unattended in vehicles
  • Potential for sudden violent thunderstorms exists

 

For cold weather:

  • Be aware of ice on walkways, steps, and in parking lots (USE handrails where available)

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Picture of Lincoln's Tomb, Springfield, IL

Did You Know?
Abraham Lincoln is buried in Springfield, Illinois in the Oak Ridge Cemetery. With the exception of his eldest son Robert Todd, who is buried in Arlington National Cemetery, Mary Todd, and the Lincoln children are buried in Springfield as well.

Last Updated: September 10, 2010 at 07:50 MST