On this day in 1955, “Land of Lincoln” was approved as Illinois’ official state slogan.
Plan a trip to Springfield and make sure to visit these Lincoln sites:
Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum (illinois.gov)
Lincoln Home National Historic Site (U.S. National Park Service) (nps.gov)
Lincoln Tomb – Central Region (illinois.gov)
Abe Lincoln Rail Splitter Statue (enjoyillinois.com)
Lincoln’s New Salem State Historic Site Site (lincolnsnewsalem.com)