Springfield Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour

What your day looks like

You'll kick off your Springfield journey at the Lincoln Home National Historic Site Visitor Center. It’s here you get introduced to the life and times of the 16th President of the United States, Abraham Lincoln. Strolling down E Capitol Ave, a quick detour leads you to the Dean House, showcasing life from Lincoln’s era. A turn onto S 7th St reveals the iconic First Presbyterian Church, giving insights into Lincoln's spiritual life. Next, as you walk along E Monroe St, immerse yourself in tales of Lincoln's robust law career, which takes a deeper dive upon your arrival at the Lincoln-Herndon Law Offices State Historic Site on S 6th St. The fabric of Lincoln’s private life unfolds as you learn about his family moments before arriving at the Old State Capitol State Historic Site on E Adams St, a symbol of his political journey. Navigating through S 5th St, hear the suspenseful saga of the Election of 1860. A brief pause at the Young Lincoln Mural adds an artistic touch to this tale. Soon after, Union Square Park awaits, with its majestic Lincoln Statue standing tall. Your journey deepens at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum on N 7th St. Here, uncover Lincoln's critical role during the Civil War Onset, and understand the significance of The Emancipation Proclamation. As E Adams St unfolds before you, dive into how the Civil War concluded. While walking down S 8th St, the tragic assassination of Lincoln and its aftermath grips your attention. The tour concludes with the poignant chapter titled "After Lincoln", a reflection of his enduring legacy. With every step and turn in Springfield, immerse yourself in Lincoln’s legacy, bearing witness to a nation shaped by the great leader's vision and resilience.