Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum

Presidential library and museum · Springfield, Illinois

Illustration of Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum

Overview

The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum tells the story of Lincoln's life with immersive exhibits and holds a large collection of Lincoln documents.

History

The library opened in 2004 and the museum in 2005, in downtown Springfield where Lincoln lived and worked.

Today

It is one of Illinois's most visited museums, drawing school groups and travelers.

Compiled October 2026. History is summarized for general interest; check primary sources for research. This landmark is local context, not an employer or job listing.