Discover the Historic Charm of Lincoln/Douglas Square

Getting There

• Walking

  Exit the Lincoln Home National Historic Site and head north on 8th Street toward E. Cook Street. Continue walking for about three blocks until you reach E. Cook Street. Turn right onto E. Cook Street and walk for another block until you reach 7th Street. Turn left onto 7th Street and continue until you reach Market Street. Turn left onto Market Street, and you will find Lincoln/Douglas Square at 100 Market St, Alton, IL 62002. The total walking distance is approximately 0.7 miles.

• Car

  From the Lincoln Home National Historic Site, head north on 8th Street. Turn right onto E. Cook Street and continue until you reach 7th Street. Turn left onto 7th Street and then take another left onto Market Street. Follow Market Street for approximately 0.5 miles, and you will arrive at Lincoln/Douglas Square located at 100 Market St, Alton, IL 62002. Parking is available nearby, but please check the parking signs for potential fees.

• Public Transportation

  From the Lincoln Home National Historic Site, walk to the nearest bus stop located at 8th Street and Cook Street. Take the bus route that goes toward Alton, IL. The fare is typically around $2.00 for a single ride. After approximately 15-20 minutes, disembark at the stop nearest to Market Street. Walk a short distance to reach Lincoln/Douglas Square at 100 Market St, Alton, IL 62002.