This reconstructed 1830's village is where Lincoln lived for 6 yrs. as a young adult. Here is where he studied law and began politics. All 23 buildings have been reconstructed to give visitors a clearer understanding of Pioneer life.
Petersburg, IL Historic SitesSurveyed by Abraham Lincoln in 1836, the Petersburg Historic District, which encompasses well over half of Petersburg, is included in the National Register of Historic Sites
Petersburg, IL Historic DistrictsChildren's indoor playground with 21-foot, 3-story soft play system, slides, ball pits and air bounce. ...
Blacksmithing, artistic and useful iron work, is done in a smithy erected in 1928. There has been a blacksmith shop at this l...
The museum houses the most authentic agricultural display including antique tractors (1922-1937), engines, a 1919 model T-For...
Visit the beautiful grounds at Wards Museum and see a collection of over 10,000 specimens of sea shells, primitive furniture ...