When Abraham Lincoln moved from New Salem to Springfield in 1837 to begin his law career, he met his wife, Mary Todd, and together they purchased a home in 1844 after their marriage. The Lincoln Home National Historic Site is the preserved house that Lincoln, his wife, and their four sons lived in, the only home that Lincoln ever owned. The house comprises twelve rooms spread across two floors, and while living in the home Lincoln was elected to the House of Representatives and eventually became President of the United States of America. The home was donated to Illinois State in 1887 under the condition that it would be well kept and forever free of charge for anyone who wished to visit.

413 S 8th St, Springfield, IL 62701, Phone: 217-492-4241

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