lincoln log cabin

izymassage

neat to stop by part of our country's history, in this case a distant attachment to Lincoln himself. Nice set up but cabin is not really Lincoln's. It was his brother's maybe, the original Lincoln cabin was dad's, but it was lost in the Chicago World's Fair from the 1800's, and this is a substitute. We felt led to believe it the Prez homestead, but no , he may have never even lived here as a kid.

lmgfitness

This was a weekend trip to specifically visit this site. What a wonderful experience.It is the farm of Lincoln's father and stepmother. The visitor center is new and very informative. The farm itself has re-enacters in various buildings. They are able to give you information about the time period.Next to the LIncoln farm is another farm that was inhabited and worked during the 1800's. Another great learning experience.If you are a Lincoln enthusiast or just want a fun, interesting afternoon, visit this site.Also, if you can,go to the cemetery where Lincoln's father and stepmom are buried. The stone has the most beautiful saying and says so much about these two special people.

elizabethl938

I went this year to their fall frolic festival and was enchanted by the displays, animals, and period clothing. They had some interesting vendor's, and in fact I went both days of the festival. The volunteers are friendly and it is free unless you donate or buy extra items in the gift shop/vendors.Great time and a fun historical venture for Civil War period and Abraham Lincoln fans.

RobinD396

This is a museum/working farm. Interesting if you like history. Or quilts. They have some stunning quilts displayed here. The museum exhibits are quite well done and interactive to hold the little one's attention. You can take a short walk through the farm and tour the cabins and see people dressed in period garb. There a re few animals, as well. Especially great for kids as they can be outdoors and a bit louder than in a usual museum. I believe there is also a picnic grove, too.

dwkfoster

The Lincoln Log Cabin State Historic site is a 0.3 square kilometre history park located eight miles (13 km) south of Charleston, Illinois, near the town of Lerna. Its centrepiece is a replica of the log cabin built and occupied by Thomas Lincoln, father of U.S. President Abraham Lincoln. The younger Lincoln never lived here and visited infrequently.The farm is a working farm with animals from the period, and staff dressed in period costum. Great place to see how we used live during the early years of colonisation in the USA.

shooter2384

My wife, daughter, and I are regular visitors to Lincoln Log Cabin. As residents of Coles County, we are always amazed at how beautiful the grounds are kept, and how much information is contained within the visitor's center. The interpreters are always willing to provide additional information regarding the settlement, and it is always fun to watch the variety of animals who live there. If you are visiting Illinois in order to experience Lincoln history, do not miss Lincoln Log Cabin. While in the area, I would also suggest visiting the Lincoln-Douglas Debate Museum in Charleston.

sabrab2014

Really enjoyed the re in actor's of this place! Lincoln s parents and neighbors. Having the kids see how they lived was priceless!

665edwardd

Visit the home of Abraham Lincoln's parent's. Our famous president lived there for about three months in 1851. He would visit the area periodically during trips through his judicial circuit. As you enter the park there is a covered picnic area and then a small pond adorns. Not far your vehicle makes a right turn and drops slightly into a tree lined road, which crosses an old wooden bridge. As you enter the park, from the bridge, it opens to an adequate parking area. When you park you will see a split rail fence which encloses the cabin and old farm buildings.There is a large visitor center which features a small theatre, with a video explaining the park. When you leave the short presentation a museum represents the history of the area and of Thomas Lincoln's neighbor's. There are short walking trails and a gift shop with refreshments. It is easy to reach the park off I57 at Mattoon, Ill or I70 North of Greenup, Ill

sinclaired

If you’re visiting Illinois you very quickly acquire an understanding that Abraham Lincoln is much revered in the state. The Lincoln Log Cabin is but one of the state’s myriad attractions related to the US President of the mid-1800s. Whilst the president himself didn’t live in the cabin (in fact a historically correct replica) his father and step mother did; it is reported that the president did visit and stay there. The cabin itself exemplifies the simplistic life they chose. It is now part of an excellent living heritage site with live farm animals habituating old farm outhouses, enclosures and barns. The site includes an excellent Visitors’ Centre, gift shop, playgrounds and picnic/barbecue facilities. The Lincoln Log Cabin is about 13 km south of Charleston Illinois.

z28colt

We stopped here out of the travel season, so we didn't get the full effect with the cabin closed and no actors. We still enjoyed our visit. The small museum was good for the kids. My daughter picked out some things that she had read about in her Laura Ingles books. The ground also contained pigs, chickens, and sheep. The kids loved being able to pet the animals. One of the lambs had been hand raised and came up to us.

Pheenom38

Lincoln Log Cabin State Park is the last home of Abraham Lincoln's father, Thomas Lincoln. It is considered a learning park, as people in period clothing volunteer to be in character. Don't ask directions to I-57 because at Lincoln Log Cabin it doesn't exist yet. The year is 1845, and the reinactors are really good at what they do.

JerriW959

This is a great place to bring the family in the fall......make sure to check their website for their fall activities!

Dfcameron

I'd been here once - probably 15+ years ago. That said, we were on the way back to Chicago from a downstate trip and decided to do a midway stop. Really glad I did. Had my wife and 2 kids: aged 17 and 11. Huge change from the little place of many years back. We saw:- Insights on Lincoln and his family- What life was like in the 1800s- A recreation of the grounds with a cabin; other outbuildings; and even some animals- The house of the people who were a lot more progressive than Thomas Lincoln; so how affluent people lived- A great spot to take a few hours out of the car on a 6+ hour drive.

TomT203

This is President Lincoln's parent's home which his dad purchased and moved to after Abe left home. An accurate replica of the Lincoln cabin was reconstructed on its original site after the State of Illinois acquired the land in 1929. It's a bit north of I-70. Nice grounds. The staff are quite knowledgeable and eager to share. The visitors center is top notch. There are living historians on the grounds who act and interact with visitors. There are no fees but they do ask for voluntary contributions.

WireWrapGems2

If you are a Lincoln buff, then this state park is a worthwhile park to visit. It is also great for family picnics with all of the picnic and playground facilities available. It is close to Mattoon, IL just off Interstate 57 in central IL. The Lincoln log cabin & out buildings are a replica of the original farm and this is the last farm where Thomas Lincoln lived. Abraham Lincoln never lived on this farm. However, it is a good example of farms of the early 1800s. Also in the park is a more well to do farmstead. There are live animals and sometimes living history characters to help one feel like you are truly visiting the past. Special activity days are a lot of fun for families.