200 S. Main Street, Athens, IL
This building was built in 1832 by Colonel Matthew Rogers, and is now listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Abraham Lincoln visited this building on many occasions during his travels between New Salem and Springfield. Now a museum, it houses audio narrated diorama about Lincoln’s connection to Athens, so viewers bring history to life with the touch of a button!
The museum is open June 1- September 1. Regular business hours are Tuesday through Saturday 1-5 pm (Central Daylight Time). The museum is closed July 4. With a confirmed appointment, other hours are available.
217-636-8755
www.abrahamlincolnlongninemuseum.com
