Cemeteries
Thomas Lincoln Cemetary and Shiloh Church
The final resting place for a great many Civil War veterans and for Thomas and Sarah Lincoln, Abraham Lincoln’s father and stepmother. The church is open to the public. The south stained glass window includes a picture of the Lincolns’ cabin as it originally appeared on their farm two miles east.
Plan Your Visit
Getting There & Details
- Admission
- Free
- Hours
- Open daily from dawn until dusk.
- Address
- Lincoln Highway, South 4th Street
- Phone
- 217-345-1845
- Map
- Get Directions →
Highway: From Rt. 16 S. on Lerna Rd., to Shiloh, Shiloh to 4th, S. on 4th (becomes Lincoln Hwy.) 8 miles (follow signs)
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