Atlanta Public Museum & Welcome Center
Located in the heart of central Illinois, this small town was often a stop for Abraham Lincoln while he traveled the court circuit before becoming the 16th President of the United States. The Atlanta Public Museum tells the stories of Lincoln's connection to Atlanta, the founding families he had close ties with, and the celebratory picnic honoring the Emancipation Proclamation. Join other travelers from around the world that make the Atlanta Public Museum and Welcome Center a stop on their cross-country traveling adventures along the Historic US Route 66. Other highlights to see while in town include the famous Paul Bunyon statue, Hawes Elevator, the old Mine and the Giant's Museum.
Visitor Information
Address: 114 SW Arch Street Atlanta, Illinois 61723
Website: https://atlantaillinoistourism.com/atlanta-history-museum/
Phone Number: 217-746-6151
