Tolono Park District, 408 W Holden St, Tolono, IL 61880, US

Lincoln Log Cabin State Historic Site in Lerna, IL, is a captivating 86-acre historic site that preserves the 19th-century home of Thomas Lincoln and Sarah Bush Lincoln, the father and step-mother of the 16th president of the United States, Abraham Lincoln. The site features an accurate reproduction of the Lincolns' two-room cabin, a working living history farm, and the Moore Home, where Lincoln bid farewell to his family before assuming the presidency. Visitors can explore the site to gain a deeper understanding of life in the 19th century and Lincoln's legal practice in the community. Managed by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, Division of Historic Sites, Lincoln Log Cabin State Historic Site offers a range of educational programs, special events, and volunteer opportunities throughout the year. The site is open to the public from Wednesday to Sunday, with living history programming taking place between May 1st and October 31st. Whether you're a history enthusiast or simply curious about rural Illinois in the 1840s, a visit to Lincoln Log Cabin is a must for an immersive and informative experience.Generated from the website