National Memorial

Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial

Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial is a National Memorial in Indiana. The NPS currently lists 0 active alerts, 0 campgrounds and 1 visitor center, and no entrance fee.

Indiana National Memorial No entrance fee

Updated · NPS Data API

Cabin and smokehouse in the fall
Lincoln Living Historical Farm · Photo: NPS Photo/Paula Alexander (via nps.gov)

About the park

“Abraham Lincoln grew from youth to manhood on this southern Indiana soil. Many character and moral traits of one of the world's most respected leaders was formed and nurtured here. Explore Lincoln's boyhood and learn about the boy who would one day become the leader of our nation.”

Active alerts

0

Closures

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Campgrounds

0

Visitor centers

1

Current alerts and closures

The NPS listed no active alerts for this park in the Oct 28, 2026 snapshot. Conditions can change; check current conditions on nps.gov before you go.

Entrance fees and passes

This site has no entrance fee, according to NPS fee data.

Things to do

Be A Lincoln Boyhood Junior Ranger

The Junior Ranger program helps kids get involved and learn more about Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial. Anyone can become a Junior Ranger by completing activities during a visit to the park.

60-90 Minutes Year-round Pets allowed

Junior Ranger Program

Hike the Trail of Twelve Stones

The Trail of Twelve Stones is a unique way to review some of the major events in Abraham Lincoln's life. Beginning just east of the Cabin Site Memorial, twelve historic stones area are arranged in chronological order at irregular intervals.

10-20 Minutes Year-round Pets allowed

Front-Country Hiking

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Activities the NPS lists for Lincoln Boyhood.

Arts and CultureCultural DemonstrationsBikingRoad BikingFoodPicnickingGuided ToursSelf-Guided Tours - WalkingHikingFront-Country HikingLiving HistoryJunior Ranger ProgramWildlife WatchingBirdwatchingPark FilmMuseum ExhibitsShoppingBookstore and Park Store

Operating hours

Park Grounds and Trails are open year-round. For Memorial Visitor Center Hours see Visitor Center tab below.

Park Grounds
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Weather: Southern Indiana has a moderate climate, characterized by warm, yet moist conditions. Summers are usually warm, and winters cool.

Contact and directions

Phone
8129374541
Email
[email protected]
Address
3027 East South Street, Lincoln City, IN 47552
Coordinates
38.1182, -86.9966· View on OpenStreetMap

Official park page on nps.gov Directions

Visitor centers

Visitor centerStandard hoursPhonePassport stamp
Memorial Visitor CenterMon Closed · Tue Closed · Wed 9:00AM - 3:00PM · Thu 9:00AM - 3:00PM · Fri 9:00AM - 3:00PM · Sat 9:00AM - 3:00PM · Sun 9:00AM - 3:00PM8129374541Yes

Campgrounds

No NPS campgrounds are listed for this site. Nearby national forests or state parks may offer camping.

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Sources

  • Park details, alerts, fees and passes, visitor centers and campgrounds: National Park Service Data API, snapshot of Oct 28, 2026.
  • Official park page: https://www.nps.gov/libo/index.htm
  • Data: National Park Service (NPS) Data API, U.S. Department of the Interior (developer.nps.gov). This product uses the NPS Data API but is not endorsed or certified by the National Park Service. The National Park Service and the U.S. Department of the Interior do not endorse OpenParks. Photos are NPS images shown with their original credits; park descriptions are short excerpts credited to the NPS. Always confirm current conditions on nps.gov before you travel.