Many character and moral traits of one of the world's most respected leaders was formed and nurtured here. Explore Lincoln's boyhood and learn about the boy who would one day become the leader of our nation.
Photo: NPS Photo/Paula Alexander
Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial
Abraham Lincoln grew from youth to manhood on this southern Indiana soil.
- LocationLincoln City, IN
- Entrance No fee listed
- HoursDaily, Sunrise to Sunset
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Weather now88°F Overcast
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Overview
Topics
- Burial, Cemetery and Gravesite
- Farming and Agriculture
- Monuments and Memorials
- Presidents
Things to Do
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- Hiking
- Wildlife Watching
- Biking
- Guided Tours
- Birdwatching
- Junior Ranger Program
- Museum Exhibits
- Picnicking
- Arts and Culture
- Bookstore and Park Store
- Cultural Demonstrations
- Food
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Facilities & Services
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Memorial Visitor Center
Facility
The visitor center is open five days a week, Wednesday through Sunday, 9 am–3 pm with a one-hour closure Noon–1 pm. At the visitor center, pick up park information, a…
Lincoln City, IN (812) 937-4541 Directions
Details
The visitor center is open five days a week, Wednesday through Sunday, 9 am–3 pm with a one-hour closure Noon–1 pm. At the visitor center, pick up park information, a map, and trail guides. Watch the 15-minute park film, which tells the story of Abraham Lincoln's youth. The film is shown upon request up to 30 minutes before closing. The Memorial Visitor Center also contains two memorial halls and the park museum which contains artifacts and exhibits that portray the life of Abraham Lincoln.
Plan Your Visit
Hours
Daily, Sunrise to Sunset · Park Grounds
Hours details
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Park GroundsDaily, Sunrise to Sunset
Park Grounds and Trails are open year-round. For Memorial Visitor Center Hours see Visitor Center tab below. The Memorial Visitor Center is open certain hours and days with some exceptions (generally open from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm and closes between 12:00 pm and 1:00 pm Wednesday through Sunday).
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Entrance fees
No entrance fees listed.
Weather
88°F
Overcast · feels like 81°
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Today
91° 63°
Overcast9% rain
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Tomorrow
74° 59°
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Saturday
69° 57°
Overcast19% rain
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What to expect by season
Southern Indiana has a moderate climate, characterized by warm, yet moist conditions. Summers are usually warm, and winters cool. Much of the area's average 46 inches of precipitation falls in spring, the rainiest season.
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Photos
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The headstone, erected in 1879, marks the burial spot of Abraham Lincoln's mother, who died of milk sickness in 1818. — NPS Photo -
Getting There
Lincoln City, IN 47552
From the east or west - From Interstate 64, exit onto US 231, (exit 57A). Travel south on US 231 to Indiana Highway 162.
Full directions
Take the Santa Claus/Gentryville exit. Turn west (right) on Indiana Highway 162; go 1-1/2 miles to the park entrance on the right. From the north or south - From US 231 take the Santa Claus/Gentryville exit. Turn west on Indiana Highway 162; go 1-1/2 miles to the park entrance on the right.
Mailing address: 3027 East South Street, Lincoln City, IN 47552
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