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Lincoln In Illinois ______________
Abraham Lincoln history is spread throughout the state of Illinois. Famous speeches, debates, and defenses are immortalized in many Illinois communities. His life, from young adulthood to becoming the United States’ 16th president, has been preserved and is presented for all to see.
This daytrip highlights many of the Lincoln attractions in Illinois. Visit the Attractions link for descriptions of Springfield’s Lincoln attractions. For additional information about Abraham Lincoln, contact Looking for Lincoln at (800) 545-7300 or log onto http://www.lookingforlincoln.com.
About Lincoln
Abraham Lincoln, one of America’s most important and beloved presidents,
is undoubtedly Springfield’s most famous resident. Lincoln was born
on February 9, 1809, in Kentucky. He spent his childhood in Kentucky and
Indiana until his family decided to move to Illinois in 1830.
Just four years later, Lincoln was elected to the Illinois Legislature
where he served four terms. Lincoln studied law and received his license
to practice law in September 1836. In April of 1839 he moved to Springfield
when it replaced Vandalia as the state capital. As a new lawyer, Lincoln
opened a law office when he moved to Springfield. For 14 years, from 1839
to 1853, he covered the Eighth Judicial Circuit which included 14 Illinois
counties. In 1853 the circuit reduced in size and Lincoln served another
six years, becoming a very prominent lawyer.
On November 4, 1842, Lincoln married Mary Todd. They rented a home for
a couple of years until they purchased a house in 1844 where they raised
their four sons. In 1858 Lincoln ran for the United States Senate and
lost to Stephen Douglas. Just two years later he was nominated for President
where he defeated Douglas and two other candidates. Lincoln took office
in the Spring of 1861.
The Civil War broke out on April 12, 1861. As the 16th president, Lincoln
successfully abolished slavery while holding the states together, an incredible
feat. He was reelected in 1864 and on April 14, 1865, the Civil War ended.
Five days later Lincoln was shot and he died the following day. He was
brought back to Springfield where he is was laid to rest in the Oak Ridge
Cemetery.
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