Lincoln Pioneer Village & Museum in Rockport, Indiana Lincoln Pioneer Village & Museum in Rockport, Indiana

Lincoln Pioneer Village & Museum

4.5
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating (Based on 21 reviews)
928 Fairground Drive Rockport, IN 47635

Contact Information

(812) 649-9147

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).

2023 Special Events

  • Spring Heritage Day
    May 13, 2023
  • Fall Heritage Day
    October 28, 2023
  • Treemendous Christmas in the Village
    December 2, 2023

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.
NEW hours for 2023!
Monday – Saturday  9:00 am – 3:00 pm CT (last tour begins at 2:00 pm)
Sunday 12:00 – 4:00 pm CT (last tour begins at 3:00 pm)

Admission

  • $5 for Adults
  • $3 for Kids under 12/Seniors 55 & older

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4.5
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating
Based on 21 reviews

Easy Stop

5 Reviewed 05-11-22

A collection of great pioneer homes. Most had some connection to Lincoln but also just a good place to stop and see they also have a museum that I feel you could spend all day in and not see all of... Read More


A Must Stop

5 Reviewed 07-29-21

This is a must stop when in Southern Indiana. A cheap activity for anyone. The lady was super nice and informative and really enjoyed going at your own pace looking at the cabins and the museum. Read More


Great intro for educational trips for kids

4 Reviewed 07-28-21

Took a 5 and 7 year old for their first “educational” vacation spot. This was a great choice! The kids enjoyed seeing how people used to live! Staff was super helpful and knowledgeable. They even had... Read More


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