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Lincoln Home National Historic Site
Pets
Fido, Lincoln family pet

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The Lincoln's had a dog named "Fido."

Dogs are allowed in the historic Lincoln era neighborhood, but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pets are not allowed in any of the park's historic buildings including the Lincoln Home and the park's Visitor Center, with the exception of professionally trained guide dogs.

Pet excrement must be immediately collected by the pet handler and disposed of in a trash receptacle. Pets should not be left unattended in vehicles or RVs.

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Lincoln Home

Did You Know?
Lincoln Home National Historic Site in Springfield, Illinois preserves, protects, and interprets for current and future generations the only home Abraham Lincoln ever owned. Lincoln Home National Historic Site, Illinois

Last Updated: August 01, 2009 at 01:23 MST