Edwards Place Historic Home, originally constructed in 1833 and renovated in 1857, stands to tell the social and domestic story of Abraham Lincoln’s life in Springfield, Illinois. The museum was recently restored to its original Italianate mansion design in 2015, the same design it held while existing as the center for social activity in Springfield. Many important citizens and politicians, such as Lincoln himself, have enjoyed exquisite dinner parties, summer picnics, and political rallies there throughout its history. Modern day Edwards Place is home to the famous courting couch on which Lincoln and Mary Todd sat during the early days of their relationship.

700 N 4th St, Springfield, IL 62702, Phone: 217-523-2631

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