STOP 07Abe's Country
Lincoln
The only city named for Lincoln before his presidency
Lincoln, Illinois is the only city named for Abraham Lincoln before he became president — he christened it with watermelon juice in 1853. The Railsplitter Covered Wagon is a 24-foot roadside attraction on Route 66.
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Tips for Visiting Lincoln
Lincoln is a quick 20-min stop for the Covered Wagon photo.
The courthouse square has a Lincoln heritage trail marker.