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Lincoln Exhibit

Welcome to our Abraham Lincoln exhibit, where visitors can explore the life and legacy of one of history's most iconic and revered US presidents. This exhibit offers a unique and comprehensive look at Lincoln's life, showcasing a range of artifacts, memorabilia, and personal items that offer a rare glimpse into his personality, beliefs, and accomplishments.

One of the highlights of the exhibit is the collection of personal items and documents that belonged to Lincoln, including the presidential chair, a personal razor, deathbed relics, and even Mary Todd Lincoln’s morning veil and fan.

In addition to these personal items, the exhibit also features a range of multimedia exhibits and interactive displays that allow visitors to explore the many different facets of Lincoln's life and presidency.

The exhibit also provides a rich historical context for Lincoln's life and work, exploring the political and social landscape of the mid-19th century and the many challenges and opportunities that defined his presidency. Visitors can learn about the abolition of slavery, the Civil War, and Lincoln's efforts to preserve the Union and ensure a better future for all Americans.

Overall, our Abraham Lincoln exhibit is a must-see attraction for anyone interested in US history, politics, or the fascinating personalities that have shaped our nation's destiny. Whether you are a student, a scholar, or simply someone who appreciates the power and symbolism of great artifacts, this exhibit is sure to engage and inspire you.

A museum exhibit featuring a glass display case with artifacts and a large wall panel displaying historical photos, documents, and information about several individuals, including “A Tragic End for the Conspirators.”.
Six metal coffin handles are displayed on a black cloth in a glass case. A sign explains they are from Abraham Lincoln’s coffin, removed in 1874 from the outer coffin and part of a historical collection.
A framed display features a photo of Abraham Lincoln, a group portrait, and documents certifying a lock of Lincolns hair as the most documented Lincoln hair extant. The frame has an ornate, gold design.
A framed silver spoon displayed in a glass case with a gold decorative border, labeled Personal Spoon of Abraham Lincoln on a yellow sign below, set against a red background.
A museum exhibit displays Abraham Lincoln artifacts in wooden glass cases, with informational panels and historical images about his life on the wall behind.
35 Star Flag used during Lincoln Presidency
Lincoln Era Model Home
A glass display case shows a book with Abraham Lincolns portrait and a blood-stained handkerchief, along with a sign describing the handkerchiefs use after Lincolns death.
A coin in a display case sits next to a sign explaining it was placed on Abraham Lincoln’s eyelids after his death, following a common 19th-century practice. The display is set on a red cloth.
A worn, tufted armchair with visible damage is displayed in a glass case labeled White House Chair. The chair is aged, with torn upholstery and exposed stuffing, set on a maroon platform in a museum setting.
A glass display case contains two black garments, identified by a sign as Mary Todd Lincoln’s mourning skirt, with the sign offering historical context about its use after Abraham Lincoln’s assassination.
A green upholstered wooden chair is displayed in a glass case. Behind it is a black-and-white photo of Abraham Lincoln sitting, and a panel labeled Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address. A sign reads, Presidential Chair.
A black funeral dress is displayed on a mannequin inside a glass case, with informational text and framed documents about Francis P. Blair in the background and on the base of the display.

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Plan Your Visit

conveniently located 1 Mile off Interstate I-90

Just off the Rockton Road Exit

25 min. from Downtown Rockford, IL

55 min. from Downtown Madison, WI

1 hour 10 min. from Downtown Milwaukee, WI

1 hour 35 min. from Downtown Chicago, IL

2 hours from Dubuque, IA

2 hours 30 min. from Peoria, IL

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