The Train Depot&Lincoln’s Farewell Address

The Train Depot & Lincoln’s Farewell Address

When Lincoln left Springfield on his his inaugural journey to the White House, he first gave his famous farewell address in which he acknowledged his many Springfield friends and neighbors. This emotional speech has become one of Lincoln’s most famous and was delivered at the train depot prior to boarding his train. The site of the depot has been restored and includes a public exhibit area.

New Salem, Illinois

New Salem is the small village where Lincoln lived in the 1830s. The village has been historically recreated and you can walk through the town, and visit the homes and businesses known to Lincoln lived as a young, single man in his 20s.

The village is located just a few miles from Springfield. Choose a guided tour or just leisurely spend the day wandering through all the homesteads while listening to the village citizens tell stories of the young Lincoln.

The Lincoln Museum

Opened in 2007, the Lincoln Museum has many inspiring exhibits from Lincoln’s life. Visitors are impressed by all of the Lincoln exhibits and artifacts, including a rotating exhibit of the most valuable treasures related to the life of Abraham Lincoln.

When you visit the museum you will also feel the modern touch of the 21st century, including many multimedia exhibits. Don’t miss the eye-popping show called “Ghosts of the Library” that incorporates an unbelievable effect called Holavision.

If you want a really inspirational week-end, why not head out to Springfield, Illinois? There you will be able to visit all the well known sites in the “Land of Lincoln?”