Lincoln's Journey of Remembrance

Welcome to the Journey

Abraham Lincoln once said, "That some achieve great success is proof to all that others can achieve it as well." Indeed, Lincoln inspired this nation to succeed through its most trying time, The Civil War. Nearly 200 years after his birth, the story of how this boy raised on the Indiana frontier went on to become one of the United States' greatest presidents continues to inspire millions of people to achieve their own personal successes.

Lincoln's Journey of Remembrance began Sept. 9 from Rockport, Indiana, en route to New Orleans, Louisiana, on a replica flatboat while telling the story of Lincoln's life in Spencer County. Lincoln lived here with his pioneer family from age 7 to 21. This historic trip is a re-enactment of a similar trip Lincoln took himself in 1828 while transporting a load of produce for a local merchant. While in New Orleans, Lincoln was very disturbed by a slave auction he witnessed on the docks. It was an experience he would never forget and one that influenced his views on the practice of slavery in years to come.

In addition to educating people about this important part of our nation's history, this trip will increase awareness of the Abraham Lincoln-related sites in Southern Indiana. These sites include Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial, Lincoln State Park & Amphitheatre, Col. William Jones Home, Lincoln Ferry Park, Lincoln Landing, and the Lincoln Pioneer Village, all of which are located in Spencer County.

This project coincides with the national celebration of Abraham Lincoln's 200th birthday and is endorsed by the United States Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial Commission, the Indiana Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial Commission, and the Illinois Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial Commission.

Keep up with our journey as it progresses by visiting our Trip Blog for daily updates, video, photos and more!

For more information about this trip, call 888-444-9252 or email thinklincoln@psci.net.