In Clinton, visitors can explore a rich Lincoln heritage that has remained untouched for years.  Discover the important role that Lincoln played in Clinton’s early development for nearly 20 years, beginning with the 8th Judicial Circuit in 1839, two years after Lincoln began the practice of law, until his election as President.

Clinton invites each and every guest to take a walk into history and visit Clinton.  Visitors are encouraged to tour the restored mid-Victorian mansion which was the home of the Honorable C. H. Moore, Abraham Lincoln's law partner in Clinton, and stick around for the Apple and Pork Festival in September where entertainment and museum tours are among the festival activities. An estimated 80,000 visitors attend the festival each year.

The Warner Library features an intriguing exhibit that tells the tale of Lincoln in DeWitt County and the library contains some of the oldest books and manuscripts in the county, from C.H. Moore's own personal collection.  Just down the road a bit, visitors can visit Woodlawn Cemetery where the oldest residents of the city and county are buried and those who fell in the Civil War are commemorated.

For more information, contact the Clinton Area Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Bureau at

1-866-4-DeWitt or 217-935-3364

http://www.clintonilchamber.com