News Release

Lincoln Home National Historic Site Hosts Trick-or-Treat Event October 29th

Date: October 27, 2022
Contact: Jenna Taylor, 217-391-3233
Contact: Rodney Naylor, 217-391-3243

Lincoln Home National Historic Site Hosts Trick-or-Treat Event October 29th

Springfield, Illinois- Lincoln Home National Historic Site, in partnership with the Lincoln Presidential Foundation and with the support of many Springfield area partners, will host a free trick-or-treat event for children 12 years old and under from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 29. The event will begin at the site’s Visitor Center located at 426 South 7th Street in downtown Springfield. Children and parents are welcome to visit and trick-or-treat in the festively decorated Lincoln-era neighborhood any time between these hours.

Although the houses will not be open for tours, park rangers and volunteers will host a variety of activities. From 1860s era games to impersonators in period clothing, there’s something fun for everyone. Children can participate in Junior Ranger activities and a costume contest as well. The costume contest starts at 6 p.m. with registration in the Visitor Center. Prizes will be awarded to the winners. Additionally, there will be a food drive for families in need throughout Springfield. Nonperishable food can be dropped off at the Visitor Center.

For more information, to volunteer for the event, or to donate candy please contact Jenna Taylor at 217-391-3233 or through email at [e-mail], or Rodney Naylor at 217-391-3243 or through email at [e-mail]