View the Homestead Act of 1862

Homestead Act of 1862

April 25 - May 28, 2012

Don't miss this unique opportunity to
view one of the Nation's most 
influential pieces of legislation, 
the Homestead Act of 1862,
at Homestead National Monument's Heritage Center.

This document, signed by Abraham Lincoln,
can be viewed daily from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Learn about where the Homestead Act resides
and is cared for at the
National Archives and Records Administration
by watching a special video created just
for this special occasion!

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Homestead Act signatures
The official signatures on the Homestead Act of 1862

Did You Know?

Freeman School

The Freeman School, which operated from 1872 to 1967, was wired for electricity in 1940. The first electric bill was $0.75.
  -- Homestead National Monument of America