Statue of Abraham Lincoln
Statue of Abraham Lincoln, Bronze statue in Hodgenville, United States
The monument depicts Lincoln seated on a bronze Empire chair positioned on a marble base with inscribed lettering. The work stands at the town square's center and can be viewed from all sides throughout the year.
Created in 1909 by sculptor Adolph Alexander Weinman, the statue commemorates 100 years since Lincoln's birth. The work emerged during a period when his legacy gained wider recognition across the nation.
The statue serves as a focal point in the town square where people gather to remember the 16th president. Its placement shapes how residents and visitors experience the public space and understand the town's connection to Lincoln.
The statue is located at the town square and remains freely accessible to visitors throughout the year. You can approach it easily on foot and take time to examine the inscriptions and details at your own pace.
Robert Todd Lincoln, the president's own son, attended the dedication ceremony in 1909 and witnessed this important moment. The event drew crowds of people who traveled to the town to honor the occasion.
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