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

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This museum is one of the best laid out, most teachable museums we’ve ever been in!

This museum is one of the best laid out, most teachable museums we’ve ever been in! A fine portrayal of Abe Lincoln. Such a man of integrity in such a brutal land! You won’t be sorry if you stop there. It can be done in 2 hours but allow 3 hours to really be able to digest everything

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