Springfield was founded in 1819. It became capital of Illinois in 1837. Most of Springfield’s historical attractions involve 16th president, and national hero, Abraham Lincoln. Besides Lincoln’s home, the city features the Lincoln-Herndon Law Offices State Historic Site, the building in which Lincoln, and his partner, William H. Herndon practiced law. It also features the new Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum. The museum contains the "Everett" copy of the Gettysburg Address, one of only five known copies. Springfield is also the site of Abraham’ Lincoln’s tomb. He is buried in a mausoleum in Oak Ridge Cemetery. |
