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Postville Courthouse State Historic Site

914 5th Street, Lincoln, IL 62656

Historic Sites

The two-story frame Courthouse sits near the center of a landscaped city block. The first floor has a reception and orientation room and an exhibit gallery. On the second floor are rooms representing an 1840s courtroom and a county office.

Postville Courthouse is the original seat of County Government in Logan County. The Courthouse site is a reproduction of the original courthouse where Abraham Lincoln practiced law. They offer a wonderful guided tour for all visitors. They also have Mary Todd's Medicinal Garden that is highlighted during the summer months.

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  • Mon: Closed
  • Tue: 12:00pm – 4:00pm
  • Wed: Closed
  • Thu: 12:00pm – 4:00pm
  • Fri: 12:00pm – 4:00pm
  • Sat: 12:00pm – 4:00pm
  • Sun: Closed

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