Research & Collections

Research Division

Research activity including the Papers of Abraham Lincoln.

Oral History

Preserving the stories of Illinois' citizens through spoken word.

Collections

Delve into our collections about Lincoln and the Prairie State.

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Lincoln Quotes

Four score and seven years ago our fathers brought forth on this continent a new nation, conceived in Liberty, and dedicated to the proposition that all men are created equal."

Abraham Lincoln | November 19, 1863

Testimonials

This museum is a superb pairing of education and entertainment.

When my family entered, we didn't realize what an amazing experience awaited us. This museum is a superb pairing of education and entertainment. I learned so much about the Civil War, about the job of historians, and about the White House Meanwhile, the theatrical values were jaw-dropping, especially the holograms. The map and the staff will keep you oriented.

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