Replica cabin at re-created 1820s homestead which is on four of the original 160 acres owned by Thomas LIncoln.
Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial
National Memorial · IN
Abraham Lincoln grew from youth to manhood on this southern Indiana soil. 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.
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Entrance Fee
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Good: free entryFree — no entrance fee
Visitor Centers
Good1 visitor center
Activities Available
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Good: many activities available18 activities
Park Name
InfoLincoln Boyhood National Memorial
Designation
InfoNational Memorial
State(s)
InfoIN
Phone
Info8129374541
LIBO_superintendent@nps.gov
Operating Hours
InfoPark 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).
Campgrounds
InfoNo campgrounds listed
Visitor Center: Memorial Visitor Center
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Activity: Arts and Culture
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Activity: Cultural Demonstrations
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Activity: Biking
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Activity: Road Biking
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Activity: Food
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Activity: Picnicking
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Activity: Guided Tours
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Activity: Self-Guided Tours - Walking
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Activity: Hiking
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Activity: Front-Country Hiking
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Activity: Living History
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Activity: Junior Ranger Program
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Activity: Wildlife Watching
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Activity: Birdwatching
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Activity: Park Film
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Theme: Burial, Cemetery and Gravesite
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Theme: Farming and Agriculture
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Theme: Monuments and Memorials
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Theme: Presidents
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Weather Info
InfoSouthern 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,
Getting There
InfoFrom the east or west - From Interstate 64, exit onto US 231, (exit 57A). Travel south on US 231 to Indiana Highway 162. Take the Santa Claus/Gentryville exit. Turn west (right) on Indiana Highway 162
GPS Coordinates
Info38.1182° N, -86.9966° W
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