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Lincoln Home National Historic Site Drawing of Lincoln Family
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Lincoln Home National Historic Site
Accessibility

Accessible interpretive exhibits are located throughout the historic four-block area surrounding the Lincoln Home. Interpretive materials for visual and hearing impaired visitors is available upon request in the Visitors Center.

Visitors with mobility issues have the option of a ranger-guided tour of the first floor of the Lincoln Home. The Lincoln Home and other exhibit houses are wheelchair accessible.

Lincoln Home provides wheelchairs for visitor use. Please inquire at Visitor Center information desk to check out any equipment.

A visitor or group can request a sign language interpreter for their Lincoln Home visit by filling out and sending in the "Request for Sign Language Interpreter Form." A two-week advance notice is requested.

Sign Language Interpreter Request Form

 
Access Passport

If you are a U.S. citizen and have a permanent disability, you may obtain a free Access Passport at the Lincoln Home Visitor Center. The passport allows free admission to federal areas which charge entrance fees and provides reductions for other types of user fees.

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Did You Know?
The Lincoln home was built in 1839 as a one-and-a-half story cottage. The house was later expanded by the Lincoln family to a full two-stories. Lincoln Home National Historic Site, Illinois

Last Updated: October 13, 2011 at 14:55 MST