Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial

The memorial encompasses 200 acres of preserved farmland where exhibits and structures demonstrate the early 19th century pioneer life of southern Indiana.

Abraham Lincoln lived on this farm from 1816 to 1830, during which time his mother Nancy Hanks Lincoln died and was buried in the Pioneer Cemetery.

The limestone memorial building features five sculpted panels depicting different phases of Lincoln's life, representing his growth from a frontier youth to president.

The visitor center provides a 15-minute orientation film, exhibits about Lincoln's Indiana years, and rangers who demonstrate 1820s farming techniques.

The original Lincoln cabin location is marked by a sandstone foundation outline, allowing visitors to stand where the future president spent his formative years.

Location: Lincoln City

Inception: February 19, 1962

Website: https://nps.gov/libo

GPS coordinates: 38.11833,-86.99694

Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:36