Kentucky Department of Parks

Lincoln Homestead State Park The same spirit of adventure that brought other pioneers to Kentucky led Abraham Lincoln’s grandparents to the knolls of Kentucky near the Beech Fork River.

Group Field Trips

The same spirit of adventure that brought other pioneers to Kentucky led Abraham Lincoln’s grandparents to the knolls of Kentucky near the Beech Fork River. Lincoln Homestead State Park features the original home of Lincoln’s mother, as well as replicas of the 1782 cabin and blacksmith shop where his father was reared and learned his trade. The president’s parents were married here. You'll also find the home of Mordecai Lincoln, the favorite uncle of the President, along with split-rail fences and pioneer furniture that portray the rugged pioneer life.

Price is $1.50 per student. Lincoln Homestead also has a shelter house and playground within walking distance of the cabins. Lincoln Homestead will be participating in the National Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial Celebration 2008 - 2010. The Lincoln-Hanks Wedding Celebration will be June 14, 2008, and the Mordecai Lincoln House is undergoing renovation in 2007. Tours can also be arranged. Please contact Bobby Bartholomai at 859-336-7461 to arrange a time to bring your class out.

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