Lincoln Boyhood: It's a Pioneer Life

Explore the story of Abraham Lincoln's boyhood in Indiana whether you're able to visit in person or not. Find lesson plans and plan your field trip as you use Lincoln Boyhood as your classroom. 
Check out another great source for your classroom at the Teaching with Historic Places website.

For Teachers

Bring your class for a visit!

Find lesson plans, professional development opportunities, and how you can have a park ranger visit your classroom.

Accessibility

Accessibility

Peruse information about accessibility at Lincoln Boyhood.

Bookstore

Bookstore

Peruse the offerings at the park's official nonprofit partner.

How to Get Here

Directions

Lincoln Boyhood is located just six miles south of I-65. Park grounds are open daily from dawn til dusk.

Take A Hike

In Lincoln's Footsteps

The park had over two miles of nature trails. Pick up your trail map at the Memorial Visitor Center.

Memorial Building

Memorial Building with Sculptured Panels

The Memorial Building is Indiana's effort to memorialize Abraham Lincoln. Completed in 1943, it was built in the spirit of Indiana in 1816.