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Lincoln Home National Historic Site
Things To Know Before You Come
 

Planning a vacation to Lincoln Home National Historic Site? Click on any of the links above to find information about things you will want to know before your visit to the home.

  • You must take the free ranger-led tour to go inside the Lincoln home.
  • Photography is allowed inside the Lincoln home.
  • Restrooms are located inside visitor center.
  • Strollers are not permitted inside the home.
  • During periods of high visitation, tickets to the tour the house may run out.

 

Please also review Lincoln Home National Historic Site's Laws and Policies before your visit.

 
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Fido, the Lincoln family pet

Did You Know?
Abraham Lincoln and his family owned a pet dog while they lived in Springfield. Fido, a retriever/shepherd mix lived with the Lincoln's until they left for Washington D.C. Fido remained in Springfield with family friends. Lincoln Home National Historic Site, Illinois

Last Updated: January 02, 2011 at 08:15 MST