- Plan Your Visit
Plan Your Visit
-
![]()
Things to Do
-
![]()
Places to Go
-
![]()
Places to Stay
-
![]()
Explore Our Past
-
![]()
Trip Ideas
Trip Ideas
- Eco-Friendly Hotels and Green Getaways in Illinois
- College Football in Illinois
- Journey Along the Lincoln Highway
- Illinois Shopping
- Route 66
- IL ♥ LGBTQ
- Golf Illinois
- Chicago Neighborhoods
- Family Fun in Illinois
- Everybody Outside!
- Bike Illinois
- Outdoor Adventures in Illinois
- Chicago to Alton
- Chicago to Carbondale
- Illinois Scenic Byways
- Chicago to Quincy
- Fall Road Trips in Illinois
- Fall Colors on the Great River Road
-
![]()
Events
Events
Find out what's on in Illinois and Chicago with your guide to events, festivals, markets, music, theater, sports and more.
-
![]()
Road Trip
Stories & Highlights
-
![]()
Seasonal Adventures
-
![]()
Maps & Visitor Guides
-
![]()
Getting Here & Getting Around
Getting Here & Getting Around
Find out how to get to Illinois by plane, train, bus and driving. Getting around Chicago and Illinois is easy with our guide to ways to travel around the state.
-
![]()
My Favorites
-
![]()
Around Illinois by Amtrak
Around Illinois by Amtrak
Step back in time to the golden age of train travel and settle in for a peaceful ride to discover some of Illinois’ most charming towns and hidden treasures.
-
Things to Do
Places to Go
Places to Stay
Explore Our Past
Trip Ideas
Events
Road Trip
Seasonal Adventures
Maps & Visitor Guides
Getting Here & Getting Around
My FavoritesInformation
A woodland and prairie garden with over 5 miles of trails lead you on a journey through the Illinois landscape Lincoln would have known. Designed by famed landscape architect, Jens Jensen, as a living memorial to Abraham Lincoln.
Depending on the season you visit, you could discover springtime dogwoods in full bloom, colorful prairie wildflowers of summer, burnished autumn leaves, or snow-covered maple trees bursting with sap. Be sure to visit the Garden's Nature Center and Split Rail Gift Shop.
The garden represents the landscape Abraham Lincoln would have known growing up and living in the Midwest, containing plants native to the states he lived in. This 100-acre site features six miles of trails, footbridges, a pond, eight stone council rings, and dozens of wooden benches inscribed with Lincoln quotes. The woodland and prairie garden beckons to thousands of visitors year round - families, birdwatchers, photographers, artists, nature enthusiasts, and school children - to learn about nature and enjoy the wildflowers, trees and wildlife.
Contact Details
-
Address:
2301 E. Lake Shore Dr.
Springfield IL 62707 - Phone: (217) 529-1111
- Website: Visit Website
Images
What's Happening Near Springfield
Larry Fleet at Boondocks
Larry Fleet takes the stage at Boondocks on March 25th!
Read MoreLincoln Presidential Half Marathon in Springfield
It's time to run where Lincoln walked! The Lincoln Presidential Half Marathon takes place April 1st...
Read MoreMadagascar the Musical at UIS Performing Arts Center
Are you ready to 'move it, move it'? Madagascar The Musical comes to the UIS Performing Arts Center...
Read MoreThe Book of Mormon at UIS Performing Arts Center
Watch the outrageous musical The Book of Mormon at UIS Performing Arts Center on April 18th, 19th, &...
Read MoreGary LeVox at Boondocks
Don't miss country star Gary LeVox perform at Boondocks on April 28th.
Read More2023 Fat A$$ 5K and Street Party for Charity
Thousands of runners gather from all across the U.S. to jog through the streets and enjoy the festiv...
Read MoreForeigner at the BOS Center
Watch rock legends Foreigner perform at the Bank of Springfield Center May 16th.
Read MoreSpringfield Pridefest
Family friendly street festival celebrating the LGBT community and equality in our community. The ev...
Read MoreLocation
Discover top travel stories and even more reasons to #EnjoyIllinois with our free magazine.
Get Your Copy Now!
