National Historical Park
Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park
For over a century people from around the world have come to rural Central Kentucky to honor the humble beginnings of our 16th president, Abraham Lincoln. His early life on Kentucky's frontier shaped his character and prepared him to lead the nation through Civil War. Visit our country's first memorial to Lincoln, built with donations from young and old, and the site of his childhood home.
Park Photos
Over 200,000 people a year come to walk up the steps of the Memorial Building to visit the site where Abraham Lincoln was born
Credit: NPS Photo
Activities
- Astronomy
- Stargazing
- Food
- Picnicking
- Guided Tours
- Self-Guided Tours - Walking
- Hands-On
- Junior Ranger Program
- Wildlife Watching
- Birdwatching
- Park Film
- Museum Exhibits
- Shopping
- Bookstore and Park Store
- Gift Shop and Souvenirs
Operating Hours
Memorial Building: open 9:00 am - 4:30 pm eastern time. Birthplace Unit Visitor Center and Grounds: open 9:00 am - 5:00 pm eastern time.
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Wednesday | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Monday | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Thursday | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Sunday | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Tuesday | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Friday | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Saturday | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
The Boyhood Home Unit at Knob Creek Grounds: open daily dawn to dusk. Knob Creek Tavern Visitor Center hours are different than the park unit.
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Wednesday | Sunrise to Sunset |
| Monday | Sunrise to Sunset |
| Thursday | Sunrise to Sunset |
| Sunday | Sunrise to Sunset |
| Tuesday | Sunrise to Sunset |
| Friday | Sunrise to Sunset |
| Saturday | Sunrise to Sunset |