The lack of any riparian areas in the park exclude many species of Amphibians. When walking through Lincoln Home National Historic Site at night you will occasionally hear Tree Frogs singing from the brush and trees which are interspersed throughout the historic buildings.
Did You Know? In 1860, eleven-year-old Grace Bedell wrote to Lincoln suggesting he grow a beard to “look a great deal better.” Lincoln met Bedell on his way to Washington, giving her a hearty kiss to thank her for her idea. Lincoln Home National Historic Site, Illinois more...