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Lincoln Home Parking: Your Gateway to History

Convenient parking for exploring Abraham Lincoln's Springfield home and neighborhood, offering a direct connection to American history.

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Lincoln Home Parking, located in Springfield's Old Aristocracy Hill, offers convenient access to the Lincoln Home National Historic Site. Open daily, it provides a starting point for exploring Abraham Lincoln's life and legacy in his preserved 1860s neighborhood.

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Local tips

  • Arrive early, especially during peak tourist season, to secure a parking spot.
  • Consider visiting on a weekend when on-street parking in downtown Springfield is free.
  • Take a walk around the historic neighborhood surrounding the Lincoln Home to appreciate the architecture and atmosphere.
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Getting There

  • Walking

    From the Lincoln Home National Historic Site Visitor Center at 426 South Seventh Street, exit and walk south on 7th Street. Turn right on to S 8th St. The parking lot will be on your left. The walk is a few blocks.

  • Public Transport

    The Springfield Mass Transit District (SMTD) offers bus routes that stop near the Lincoln Home National Historic Site. Check the SMTD website for the most up-to-date routes and schedules. From the nearest bus stop, walk to the Lincoln Home Parking lot on South 8th Street.

  • Driving

    From I-55, take exit 92A (6th Street) and continue north. Turn right onto Capitol Avenue, then right onto 7th Street. The Visitor Center will be on the left. The parking lot is past the Visitor Center on the left. Parking at the Lincoln Home National Historic Site Visitor Center Parking Lot costs $2 per hour. Credit and debit cards are accepted.

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Lincoln Home Parking provides visitors with a convenient access point to the Lincoln Home National Historic Site. Situated in the historic Old Aristocracy Hill neighborhood of Springfield, Illinois, the parking lot is located near the former residence of Abraham Lincoln, offering a glimpse into his life before he became the 16th President of the United States. Visitors can park here and easily explore the surrounding four-block historic neighborhood, which includes the Lincoln Home and Visitor Center, the Dean House, and the Arnold House. These buildings have been restored to their 1860s appearance, providing an immersive experience into the era. The Lincoln Home Visitor Center, located a short walk from the parking lot, offers free tour tickets for the Lincoln Home, exhibits, and a park film. The parking lot itself is open daily from 9 am to 5 pm.

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