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President Lincoln's Cottage

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“Abraham Lincoln's summer home opens to public for first time” canoe.ca / Associated Press
“Camp Abraham: President Lincoln's cottage revived” Los Angeles Times (free registration required)
“10 great places to unwind like a president” USA Today
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #22 of 271 attractions in Washington DC
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After a $15 million restoration by the National Trust for Historic Preservation, a private, non-profit organization, President Lincoln's Cottage is... more » After a $15 million restoration by the National Trust for Historic Preservation, a private, non-profit organization, President Lincoln's Cottage is open to the public for the first time, giving Americans an intimate, never-before-seen view of Abraham Lincoln’s presidency and family life. In addition to President Lincoln’s Cottage, the Robert H. Smith Visitor Education Center adjacent to the Cottage, features related exhibits and media presentations. Tickets are available through online, advance purchase is strongly recommended. « less
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Attraction type: Historic home
Address: 140 Rock Creek Church Road and Upshur Street, NW Washington DC, DC 20011-8400
Tel: 202-829-0436
Fax: 202-829-0437

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( 1-3 of 3 )
“A do not miss on your DC trip!”
5 of 5 stars
glitzypursegirl
south lake tahoe, ca
May 21, 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

Such a gem was saved, thankfully and I am grateful to have been allowed to tour the home and grounds, such history and to still have the Soldier's home in use just helped drive home the reality of our living history! Our guide was great! (sorry I do not know her name) We were very impressed by the multimedia experience... more

“Great for history buffs”
5 of 5 stars
Razzamatazz4567
Oregon
Apr 23, 2008
2/3 found this review helpful

This place is very interesting and historical! They give guests a guided tour through the house telling stories and recounting some of the tales from the era. However, they do not know what the inside of the house looked like back then so for now it is mostly empty (except for a few token pieces). I love Civil War history... more

“Walk in the footsteps of Abraham Lincoln”
5 of 5 stars
szamp
tallahassee,fl
Mar 24, 2008
4/5 found this review helpful

I believe I am still dumb struck from our visit to the Lincoln Cottage at the Old Soldier's home. I touched the fireplace mantle that Lincoln leaned on and walked the same creaking stairs that he walked, I saw the sunlight dance on the porch where he liked to play checkers in the evening, I heard his words echo through... more

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140 Rock Creek Church Road and Upshur Street, NW, Washington DC, DC 20011-8400
Tel: 202-829-0436 Fax: 202-829-0437