Lincoln Pioneer Village & Museum
Take a relaxing look back into history with 13 Lincoln-era replica cabins in memorial to Abraham Lincoln’s years spent in Spencer County. Explore such cabins as the Pioneer Schoolhouse, the Lincoln Homestead Cabin, and the Old Pigeon Baptist Church.
In addition, the museum houses hundreds of fascinating artifacts from the area’s historic past. Exhibit highlights include a hutch made by Abraham Lincoln with the help of his father, Thomas, a 1598 “Breeches” Bible, and a rare Rocker “Beater” Loom (one of 66 known to exist).
2020 Special Events
- Abraham Lincoln Freedom Festival
July 4, 2020 - Fall Heritage Day
October 24, 2020 - Treemendous Christmas in the Village
December 5, 2020
Location & Hours:
The Lincoln Pioneer Village & Museum is located in Rockport City Park, at the west end of Main Street in Rockport.
This attraction is typically open May through October.
Mon. – Friday. 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Weekends by appointment. Call (812) 649-9147 for availability.
Admission
- $5 for Adults
- $3 for Kids under 12/Seniors 55 & older
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Very enjoyable and interesting
Reviewed 06-04-19
Loved the history and the recreation of the pioneer village in Lincoln's days. The piece of furniture that Abraham and his father made was beautiful. The old dresses and all the war uniforms from... Read More
Wonderful Hidden Gem
Reviewed 06-14-18
This is a must see. The museum is located on the fairgrounds in Rockport IN. It is made up of the museum, and about a dozen log buildings. These buildings were moved to the museum location and... Read More
Very informative
Reviewed 06-03-18
We enjoyed our visit. The video recreation of Abraham Lincoln's boyhood was very informative. The ground are easy to walk. Read More
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