What Is Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park?
Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park preserves the Sinking Spring Farm where Abraham Lincoln was born!
What Makes It Historical?
In December of 1808, Thomas and Nancy Lincoln moved here to Sinking Spring Farm, where they had their second child, named Abraham after Thomas’ father, on February 12, 1809! They stayed here until young Abe was 7 years old, because ownership of Sinking Spring Farm was in dispute! After a five-year court battle, the Lincolns lost ownership of the farm and had to move. Today, a grand memorial stands over a reconstruction of the cabin where the 16th president was born, and folks still make pilgrimages here today!
How Can I #HelpTheHelpers?
- Pay the entrance fee to help maintain trails, signs, structures, and other visitor services!
- Donate to Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park!
- Be a responsible visitor! Remember the old adages: Pack out what you pack in! Take nothing but pictures and leave nothing but footprints!
How Do I Get There?
2995 Lincoln Farm Road
Hodgenville, KY 42748
(Take Me There!)
When Should I Visit the Park?
The park is open daily from 9:00 AM until 5:00 PM, except on major holidays!
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