Lincoln at Kelley's Tavern

On the road between Urbana and Danville, as Lincoln traveled to the next court date, was Kelley’s Tavern near St. Joseph, Illinois where Lincoln spent time with his fellow lawyers.  This sign marks the location.

Looking for Lincoln wayside exhibits tell the stories of Lincoln’s life and times in Illinois.  Each wayside exhibit tells a unique Lincoln story and a local story.  Many of the waysides share little known stories about Lincoln and the individuals he interacted with.  There are over 260 Looking for Lincoln waysides in the Abraham Lincoln National Heritage Area.    

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Address: 2193 Homer Lake Rd St. Joseph, Illinois 61873

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