Thomas Lincoln Cemetary and Shiloh Church

The final resting place for a great many Civil War veterans and for Thomas and Sarah Lincoln, Abraham Lincoln’s father and stepmother. The church is open to the public. The south stained glass window includes a picture of the Lincolns’ cabin as it originally appeared on their farm two miles east.

Getting There & Details

Admission
Free
Hours
Open daily from dawn until dusk.
Address
Lincoln Highway, South 4th Street
Phone
217-345-1845
Map
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Highway: From Rt. 16 S. on Lerna Rd., to Shiloh, Shiloh to 4th, S. on 4th (becomes Lincoln Hwy.) 8 miles (follow signs)

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