Springfield, Illinois

Abraham Lincoln lived in this Springfield home with his family for 17 years, from 1844 until he left for the White House in 1861. The house was carefully preserved and has been a popular visitor attraction since it opened in 1887.

The Lincoln Tomb in the Oak Ridge Cemetery, Springfield, is the final resting place of Abraham Lincoln, his wife Mary, and their sons, Edward, William, and Thomas.

Now a state historic site, the Old State Capitol has hosted several important political events, including Lincoln's "House Divided" speech, Lincoln's laying-in-state following his assassination, and Obama's announcement of his candidacy for president.