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Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historic SitePicture of the field Thomas Lincoln farmed while they lived at Knob Creek
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Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historic Site
Fees & Reservations

fees & reservations includes:

Permits
 
 

FEES
There are no fees involved with visiting the Birthplace Unit or the Boyhood Home Unit at Knob Creek.

RESERVATIONS
For tour and school groups, it is recommended a reservation be made by the leader or school teacher (specifically for date and time scheduling of the movie, Lincoln: The Kentucky Years) by contacting the park at (270) 358-3137.

Information needed for a reservation includes:

  • Date of reservation/alternate date
  • Time
  • Name of teacher/leader
  • Grade of class (if school)
  • Number in group (including chaperones)
  • School or Organization name
  • Tour Company
  • Address
  • Phone Number
  • Movie Attendance

Click here to view information concerning the Group Policy and Picnic Policy.

For information on permits please use the provided link (top of page).
Getting your picture took with the Park Guide
Just for kids
There are several activities that children may enjoy while at the park.
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Visitors enjoying themselves at the park
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Visitors enjoying a Ranger's talk
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Picture of President Woodrow Wilson at 1916 ceremony - Lincoln's birthplace established as a national park  

Did You Know?
Abraham Lincoln’s birthplace became a National Park in 1916. It was donated on July 17, 1916 to the federal government by the Lincoln Farm Association, which established the site. At that time it was known as the Abraham Lincoln National Park.

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Last Updated: August 02, 2006 at 19:04 EST