Hands down the most impressive and well done museum I have ever been to in my travels of the country. Extremely well done, and top of my list of recommended attractions to see in Springfield.

Best museum I ever did. We spent more than a full day there. Very interesting place. We did the anual pass as well as it includes many other things all over tge US.

If you are in the area. You definitely want to check out Lincolns presidential museum and library. It is a must! It was very entertaining and the shows were like something from Disney world. Staff however, need diversity trainings should offer things in spanish for others to understand as well as for shows since a lot of people come from out of town.

The museum was awesome. There are 2 theater shows, that are about 10 and 20 minutes. Both are fantastic and very informative. The rest is a self guided tour with staff available if you have questions. There are 3 places to walk through. Abe Lincolns house, The White House, and a small artifact section. It was an awesome place, we easily spent over an hour wondering around and looking at everything.

Love it. Not only Abraham Lincoln is an American Icon but he is my Favorite president. The theater at the museum was so good. Same as everything about his life. Love everything about it.

Absolutely outstanding presidential library. I have been to about eight of them, and always enjoy seeing new ones. This was a real treat, and they were very honest with their depiction of his work and life. The movie they show was fascinating and very informative. The displays were professionally done, and the staff was very friendly. LOVE this place! Makes you feel proud to be an American!

The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum (ALPM) honors the most influential President of all-time. The built model of White House.... sure you can feel the real experience of White House. First time I have seen the 4D movie. It’s really amazing... 3D movies also good with really amazing... The museum tells an American story through Abes life. Each exhibit is carefully crafted to give the visitor a full sensory experience. In particular, the American Civil War, the Gettysburg address, the Emancipation Proclamation and the overwhelming pride in freedom and equality made possible for all. There is so much to see - a preservation of history.

Excellent place. Very nice exhibits and theaters. Very friendly staff. We come here a couple times a year.

Exquisite! So much information on this amazing man and his era. A must see. Parts brought a tear to my eye seeing the leadership, intellect and integrity of this president

A vital institution and must-visit site. The museum helps humanize an American legend, captures the complexity of the moment in which Lincoln rose to guide the country through its darkest moments, and illustrates how President Lincoln was both a moral leader and savvy politician. The curators have arranged the exhibits in a very thoughtful manner. Lots of information to digest and food for thought from the visit.

Had a great time, while also learning. Highly recommend!

Its a small museum but all the displays are very well detailed and elaborately done. The free shaows are very good too!

First of all, technically the Presidential Library and Museum are two separate buildings. The Library is free and open to the public. It is across the street from the museum. The average public is allowed only on the first floor. Those researchers wanting to study A. Lincoln can gain access to the upper floors. For those who are not doing historical research, but would like to look at some of A. Lincoln archives, there is a room the security guard will provide access upon request. Bags, etc must be locked up in lockers prior to entering.The first floor ‘open’ area has the ranking of the Presidents by historians. (Don’t wander around looking for #44, Grover Cleveland was President for two separate terms.). There were also a few interesting statues and paintings as well.Security personnel were extremely pleasant and willing to share anything they could to make your stay worthwhile.

We had the perfect family experience here. Having one child that loves history and another going just because we were worried going in. This was perfect. Enough information for both and plenty of flash and bang to keep them both entertained. We would do it again and again!

My sister and I thoughly enjoyed our 6 1/2 hours we spent in the Presidential Musuem. Great information and a wonderful experience to view it. Kudos to the Museum Team.

Good and bad. Love the historical value, totally affordable at $15 for adult admission, and jam packed full of information; however, I went in with a head scarf to use as a mask, because the wuhan virus rules, and was refused entry (didnt fit criteria). I guess I should have worn it like a hijab. I did have a different mask. they did offer me a useless paper mask (no better than my scarf).

Loved it, interesting exhibits and reminds us how important Lincoln and now Trump are to our country even though not popular with a large portion of our population. Hopefully God will save this Great Nation for future generations.

Wow! Wow! Wow! Absolutely LOVE the Lincoln Museum! What a phenomenal experience viewing the setup of a museum with the added thrills of seeing spectacular wax figures that replicate actual scenes in history. Winning combination for everyone to enjoy. Cant wait to go back!!!!

What a fantastic place. It is not what you think...and kids, even young kids will not be board. It is well laid out and very easy to navigate yourself. If you like details, there is plenty to read and learn as you go through, but it is not necessary (hard to do with kids) and you still get the WOW factor. You can easily spend a couple hours, and if you get the chance go see their hologram show, super impressive and you you will be scratching your head thinking how did they do that, it looked so real. If you like my review give it a thumbs up so others will see it too.

This is such a fantastic place to visit- for families, history buffs, or anyone looking for a good time. The exhibits are interactive and eye catching. Replicas of rooms and scenes are so similar to the places they represent! The wax figures are so well crafted. They capture an amazing likeness!! The ghosts of the past show is AMAZING! Everything is included in one price. Student, veterans and senior discounts are available. Bathrooms are clean and accessible for handicapped and baby care. There is a restaurant inside, but I did not go there. Staff are very friendly also. A total win for our family!

A good use of your time. Both movies were worth the price of admission. Due to covid, buy tickets online, they check your temp, hand sanitizer around. Gift shop large but overpriced.

The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum (ALPM) honors the most influential President of all-time. The museum tells an American story through Abes life. Each exhibit is carefully crafted to give the visitor a full sensory experience. In particular, the American Civil War, the Gettysburg address, the Emancipation Proclamation and the overwhelming pride in freedom and equality made possible for all. There is so much to see - a preservation of history.

Really a terrific experience! Presents a pretty fair story of Lincoln and his family. Exhibits are impressive and experiential. Ample parking is available in a ramp about a block away. And dont forget that your museum ticket also gets you into the railway station right across the street!The Lincoln home and old state capitol are an easy walk away.Insider tip: DO NOT SKIP the Ghosts of the Library show at the Lincoln Museum. Its interesting and quite powerful!

Loooooove this place! Learned a lot about Abraham Lincoln and his family from this place. The shows they had were very entertaining and informative. The staffs were accomodating and friendly. The place was clean. There was aslo a place for children to have a great time and play and dress up at Mrs. Marys Attic. And the best part the entrance fee was affordable. Highly recommend this place to everyone, tourists or residents of the United States.We left the place with our hearts filled with the memories and info about Abraham Lincoln. I would definitely go back here.

My sisters, nephew, and myself thoroughly enjoyed our visit. Such a well planned out museum. One room leads to another, so just keep going. So much history to take in. They have a detective activity for children whod like to participate. Pictures arent allowed everywhere, so be mindful of the signs. Take your time. Expect to spend at least 2hrs plus quite a few dollars for souvenirs!

This is a fabulous museum which is well run and beautifully presented. Dont miss the ghosts show. The exhibits are interactive in many places and even my right year old had fun. We loved the private investigator thing they do for kids.

I was so pleased with my visit here!! Wow. What a hidden gem. What a delightful surprise. Staff was super friendly and this small gallery is a thoughtful thorough experience in understanding Lincolns history. I was sad the Lincoln house was close due to government shutdown so was not sure what to expect when I came here. Staff immediately welcomed us and informed what show and gallery was available during our visit there. Totally check out the history shows they prepare. Still amazed at the acting work they did during the ghost show (youll know what I mean when you get there!). Glad we had a solid 90 mins before the museum closed. Thank you to all at the museum who help us better remember and appreciate the work Lincoln has done.

Well organized, interesting, clean. Staff friendly and good oriented. MUST attend to two shows - those are amazing!

Very educational and puts the impact of what Lincoln has accomplished and what its true impact was into perspective.

This museum is really different. The experience was highly educational. We learned a lot. But that doesnt mean it was boring! Actually, it was really fun. The wax figures made it even more exciting. All the artifacts on display were very cool, too.

You must visit this museum if you are visiting Springfield, .I love history and this place gives you a detailed one about USA and lincoln impact over it.You should take your kids it will help them in history class. It took me around four to five hours there.There are parking near it.Its wheelchair accessible.Charge your phone as you will take many pics.

Great place with lots of things to see and more to learn. Admission prices are reasonable as well as the parking. Give yourself enough time to see all there is. Dont rush through this stop.

What a phenomenal museum! The volunteers are pleasant and knowledgeable. The museum is well put together and makes a quite emotional tour! I learned so much about our country’s history and how amazing Lincoln and his wife were! I will be back again. Also this tour will take you some time, I was there for 3 hours and it was worth it!

Its a great historic museum in Springfield.

Nice place to visit with the family! Very well layed out. If you are into history, definitely worth a visit. The theater have good films playing through out the day.Lots of parking close by, cafeteria on site and restrooms are clean.Very cool to see era specific clothing, uniforms, furniture and the sort.

The displays and the visual storytelling does well to cover the topicIve never seen a hollogram theatre, but this was remarkable

Visit this place all the time and LOVE it. The staff is always super helpful.

A intriguing place... Thot provoking...

This place uses many medias to bring to life the story of Abe.Be sure to see the Ghosts of the library show

This place was well worth the entry fee. We went into one of the shows and our expectations of a typical museum were blown away with an amazing mini show that included holigrams and wonderful detail. The rest of the museum was equally amazing. I would highly recommend this stop to anyone.

This is our 6th visit here over the years. We bring everyone here and have the yearly Museum membership. It’s definitely a place to see at least once in your life. They continually change out and feature different exhibits and attractions so you see something different aside from the anchored exhibits. The lay out of the museum is spot on as it takes you through Lincoln’s life as well as a little about Mary Todd as a First Lady.

Great place. Not to overprized.

My wife and daughter visited the museum on July 7, 2018; while I and my daughter had been there before, this was my wifes first experience. It was important for her to see the museum because she is a descendant of the Rutledge family that started New Salem. I personally grew up in a location where the Berry family organized the Rock Creek Church in Menard County, three miles south of New Salem; it was Rev. Berry that loaned Lincoln the money to start the Lincoln Berry Store. We all thought the museum was an excellent way to learn more about Springfields most famous resident. Great exhibits, interesting artifacts, and wonderful media presentations gave all of us a rich exposure to the life of our 16th President..

This of course is on my list of things to do in Springfield. We watched the ghosts of the library(or something like that) then we went and watched another movie where the seats would vibrate like crazy when an explosion or something loud happened in the movie. Every area makes you feel like youre actually there and the statues look so real. There are a some areas I wanna mention like the part of the funeral and how real the atmosphere feels in that part. Also another is where they have a kitchen and when you walk through you can here voices almost like being actually there. 1 last thing I wanna mention is all the historical items they have on display throughout the building. I didnt mention all because you have to see it all for yourself so check it out. Any questions just ask!

Very high quality exhibitions, you can know an interesting history and it’s details. This is a good place to know Lincoln’s life, his presidency and the age he lived.No bags and food allowed and save bags need a quarter. College student pays $9 for visiting.

Had a great time. Staff was very pleasant and helpful

Very informal about life during Lincolns time period.Would highly recomend going to their theaters and watch their movies.

Great Museum good for tours for schools and more!

Well organized, very good presentation. Loved both theatre shows!!! Very thought provoking and interesting. Being a Lincoln fan I think it is well worth the money. The staff were amazing!!! A very good place to just explore even for my 4 year old.

This library and museum is amazing. There are many exhibits including one holographic presentation that makes you believe President Lincoln is actually there. I really enjoyed walking through history here. Parking might be a little difficult but the area is worth exploring.

Great time, Highly recommend seeing the museum.

Excellent museum with two good shows and lots of displays. It is chilly inside the building. We parked several blocks away to get free parking. Gift shop was pricey. (can you tell we are frugal?) This was a great place to learn about Lincoln and our family thoroughly enjoyed our visit.

Very impressive Presidential Library, easily in the top tier of ones we have visited. The Library really puts impressive effort into going behind the Lincoln image to discuss who he was and the challenges that he faced. Great usage of sound to inform the narrative.

Awesome place and a great experience at the museum. It is best weekend getaway for people of St Louis and Chicago.

Very good museum. Comprehensive of Lincoln, but overall felt short, granted we didnt watch the two movies. Its clean, costs about $15 for a ticket, 5 for a kid 5. Lots of stuff about slavery and war, so if youve got kids be ready!

This is a terrific museum. Lots of Lincoln and Civil War artifacts and a couple awesome theatre presentations, one is holographic and the other is interactive. A must see if your coming to Springfield.

Even if youre not a museum person, this is the place to go. Its very life like, and easy to stay engaged in the exhibits. The two movies they show are definitely worth watching. Easy to spend a day with there. Great for kids too!

Pretty interesting exhibits. Nice bookend to the Ford Theater Museum in DC

Awesome museum that gives you great perspective on the life and history surrounding Abraham Lincoln. Price was not bad for what to you get to see. Parking right across the street. Subway on site for lunch. This is actually a great history museum for kids and adults. Wont be disappointed!

One of the best museums Ive been to. Ive been multiple times and just love it. Its a very unique experience and they spent a lot of time and detail on telling his story and the story of those around him.

Gold nose hehe

The WW2 exhibit was so enlightening and touching!

I’m happy that my 1st presidential library was Lincoln’s. It was so much fun. I just wish I had more time. I kinda had to rush through it.

This was a beautiful museum. It captured many of the events going on while Lincoln was presisent. Very educational. Great place for gatherings.

Nice Addition To Central IllinoisGreat informational museum and gives Springfield an amazing gift of history. The surrounding area has so many places to visit including the State Capital. So try to spent the whole day windering around town.

This is my favorite presidential library so far. The way the library was organized was amazing. It created a Disney World like experience and a tour of President Lincolns life. Everyone at the museum was great.The movies were incredible.This is definitely a must visit Presidential Library for anyone ever interested in presidential libraries.

Great workers,great displays and terrific historical data.

We took our family & 3 other couples w/us here. We all had a really great experience. The museum is huge. Packed with a lot of exhibits. Lots of information. The hands on entrys were very nice. Loved the walk thru cabin. The places to take photos with your day was a great additive. This is one of the best museums Ive been thru. Tells in detail a lot about President Lincoln & his family. Afterwards we went & seen his place If burial & the WW Memorial Park. Quite a lot to see in 1 day. But we all enjoyed our day. Great place to take your family.

Incredibly well done museum. While it is light in artifacts and some policy history. It does a great job of utilizing state of the art technology and masterful storytelling.

This museum is well-planned and organized. It’s like walking in the movie. I enjoyed it very much. Totally worth the admission fee.

An amazing museum. Its a must go.

Such a great museum. Wish I had more time to explore the museum dedicated to Abraham Lincoln in his hometown of Springfield, IL

We are foundation members and visit frequently. It is always a learning experience. Definitely bring a jacket or sweater.

Emotional tribute to one of historys great men. Well done, interactive, cross generational appeal. A must see.

Cozy Dog Drive in closed....lets take in the museum. Wish we had more time. Had to rush as it was getting close to closing time. Managed to get through all the exhibits but was yearning for more time to read. We hit it just in time to see the Ghosts of the Library. Absolutely amazing. Following the life of this great president was interesting and educational. It is also filled with so many facts about the Civil War too. Im sure students learn so much more here than just reading in textbooks. Outstanding!

Had a great time with our daughter from Tennessee!

Came here once when I was kid. Enjoyed my time here.

Great museum!

What an excellent way to step through the looking glass and see the life of Abraham Lincoln laid out before you. I learned many new facts about his life and our children really enjoyed the exhibits as well. I really liked the way the museum is divided up into the major chapters of his life. There was an awesome a cappella group singing period songs in the plaza which was a neat way to start off the visit. It took us just about 2.5 hours to make it through the museum and that was just skimming everything that was on display. If youre a Lincoln buff or have the time, you could certainly spend the better part of a day here. I would definitely recommend a visit to this treasure!

This is one of the best museums that I have ever been to. I liked the 3D theater the most.

We just had our wedding here and it went awesome. Their event director, Britta, was there for us every step of the way, always providing clear information and expectations. This made our evening go without a hitch! It was a fantastic venue which kept our guests busy the entire night. Everyone really enjoyed having the exhibits open and the plaza is simply stunning. There is definite wow factor in this venue! We only had about 75 guests and it felt like the perfect size for us, although the space could easily hold more. Overall, I highly recommend working with the Museum.

One of my favorite museums for one of my favorite presidents. Ive visited three times already, and I know for a fact that if Im ever in Springfield again, there will be a 4th. Lots of great information about one of the most pivotal times in our nations history and the figure at the center of it all. Very well presented, especially the two shows (Ghosts of the Library and Lincolns Eyes).

Very interesting museum about a remarkable President.One show of civil war had cannons fire with a strobe light a loud boom and the seats shook.Definitely worth visiting. Eric from Lombard IL

Excellent museum! Interesting 3D hologram videos and presentations. Lots of information and presented in an understandable way. Great for school kids and families. Wonderful! Even has a play area for kids.

Amazing place very rich history learned some stuff I never knew and Im a political nerd

Abraham Lincoln was the greatest President and this museum does a good job of inspiring people with his greatness. They have several audio video presentations that introduce you to the mess of the Civil war. And how Abraham Lincoln helped shape the future of America. They have several life size replicas of Abraham Lincoln and people around him at that time. Wax statues bring surrealism to the Civil war situation.

Amazing family experience! The timeline of everything opened our eyes to a greater respect for Abraham Lincoln. Gods hand was definitely on his life.

Great place for Lincoln lovers and history buffs

This is a very neat place. There is a lot to see and do here and it is a great place for the whole family.

Very well done, informative museum with lots of eye catching exhibits. Our history loving family had a great time.

Great place to visit. The two shows are great.(I would recommend ghosts of the library.) However, my one complaint was that I saw everything in the museum in about an hour, and that was with a group of about 25 people. However, it was still a fun time, and I would recommend a visit.

10/10!!!! Like Disney World and your favorite history teacher teamed up to bring you an unforgettable, educational, and immersive experience; centered around our greatest President. Take a self guided tour through Lincoln’s childhood, early political life, and of course; his Presidency. View artifacts such as Mr. Lincoln’s own stove-pipe hat, the Gettysburg address, Tad’s toy canon, the original key to the Lincoln’s home, and so much more. Interactive exhibits allow you to ask Lincoln questions and hear answers based on his writings, as well as view hundreds of Civil War photographs, all at your fingertips. There is an amazing show explaining exactly what a Presidential Library does, and why it’s important, and it does it in a way that even a young student would understand. All with some REALLY remarkable special effects!There is another show too, (both are well under 20 min by the way) it is in a gorgeous theater and it is AWESOME!!! A brief biography of Lincoln with all sorts of effects to bring you into the story, and keep your easily distracted child’s attention.Bottom line; you need to visit the Abe Lincoln Presidential Museum. It is literally impossible to leave, without feeling touched and inspired. I’d budget about 2-3 hours average, more if you read everything, less if you are more the type the skim and breeze through.

Incredible! Beautiful! Historical experience! Bought a membership so we can enjoy this several times a year. Staff is warm & helpful. Always plan at LEAST 2 hours there. Never tire of its gorgeous displays and programs. Childrens special area. Something for everyone to see. On-site gift shop a wonder if its own, a must visit even if you dont see Museum.

Very informative and friendly staff

Very Informative and nice staff.

Very well done depiction of Lincolns life...great place for the family to visit.

What an interesting museum! We were there for hours, it was not crowded. We did not need nobody to explain, every thing tell the story.The time just go by, looking and reading. It is so full of history. I love it.

Not exaggerating when I say this was one of the best experiences of my life. The presentation is amazing and the story of Lincoln deeply moving. What an incredible man and a fitting museum to celebrate his legacy.

The museum provides a comprehensive hands-on, interactive and interpretive experience for all ages. It allows museum goers to learn about Abraham Lincoln, the Civil War and the periods before, during and after. There are two wonderful short movie/interactive exhibits as well in addition to many historical artifacts. Well worth the trip. Ive been to the museum at least six times and it never gets old or boring.

What an experience! It was like walking through President Lincolns life step by step. I was surprised at the depth of presentations and the honesty in the difficulty he had as president that was shown. I will go back to take in more details!