The Lincoln Museum

Located in the Downtown Hodgenville National Historic District, The Lincoln Museum welcomes you to wander through the pivotal points in the life of the 16th President. A series of life-size dioramas, period artifacts, and a superb collection of wax figures brings to life the major events in Abraham Lincoln's life. From the "Cabin Years" to "Ford's Theatre" and the years between, visitors of all ages enjoy this close-up experience with one of the world's greatest leaders. The Lincoln Museum is three miles north of Abraham Lincoln's Birthplace National Historical Park and seven miles west of Lincoln's Boyhood Home at Knob Creek. The Museum galleries include civil war memorabilia, a collection of original Lincoln art, a funeral train exhibit and more. The museum gift shop features local crafts, art, and music along with a fine selection of Lincolniana.