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The first memorial erected to honor Abraham Lincoln

Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park

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Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park commemorates the early life of the 16th President of the United States. Located in Hodgenville, Kentucky, the park includes the Sinking Spring Farm, where Lincoln was born, and the impressive memorial building that houses a symbolic cabin.

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Visitors come to reflect on Lincoln's legacy and the values he represented. The park offers a glimpse into the rural life of the early 1800s, with walking trails and educational exhibits that provide context to his upbringing and the historical significance of his presidency.

In pictures

The symbolic birth cabin on the traditional site of the birth of Abraham Lincoln.
The symbolic birth cabin on the traditional site of the birth of Abraham Lincoln.

Things to do

Picnic at the Abraham Lincoln Birthplace

You and your family are able to enjoy the beautiful picnic area and shaded Picnic Pavilion on a first-come fir...

View the Lincoln Family Bible
5-15 Minutes

Bibles were often the only book that frontier families owned. This Bible, Printed in 1799, belonged to the Lin...

Shop at the Birthplace Bookstore
5-30 Minutes

Support your National Parks by shopping at Eastern National Bookstores, located at the Birthplace Unit.

Watch the Park Film at the Birthplace
15-15 Minutes

View the 15 minute orientation film, Abraham Lincoln: The Kentucky Years shown in the Birthplace Unit Visitor...

Become a Jr. Ranger at the Birthplace

Become a Jr. Ranger!

Attend a Ranger Program

Attending a Ranger program is a fun and interactive way to enhance your visit!

Boundary Oak Trail
20-45 Minutes

The Boundary Oak trail is an a short easy trail that leads from the Boundary Oak marker to the Memorial Buildi...

Travel the Pathway of a President
10 Minutes · Winter/Spring

Pathway of a President is an accessible wooden boardwalk that leads from the Visitor Center to the Memorial Bu...

Shop at the Boyhood Home Bookstore
5-30 Minutes · Spring/Summer

Support your National Parks by shopping at Eastern National Bookstores, located at the Boyhood Home Unit.

Birdwatching at the Birthplace Unit
5-120 Minutes · Spring/Summer

Spot some of Kentucky's birds on the Pathway of a President. Many benches are scatted on the path so you are a...

Observe Wildlife at the Birthplace Unit
5-60 Minutes · Spring/Summer

Observe wildlife such as squirrls, deer, turkey, and so much more at the bench on the landing of the Pathway o...

Become a Jr. Ranger at the Boyhood Home
Spring/Summer

Explore. Learn. Protect. The Junior Ranger motto is recited by children around the country; each taking an oat...

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At a glance

Established
1916
Open
Daily 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Accessibility
wheelchair accessible
Address
2995 Lincoln Farm Road, Hodgenville, KY 42748
Opening hours
Daily 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Phone
2703583137
Price
Free
Website
www.nps.gov

Things to know

Expect queues during weekends and holidays.
Entry is free, but donations are appreciated.
Plan for at least two hours to explore the park.
Dress for outdoor conditions, as much of the park is outside.

Photo: NPS Photo