Franklin House
In the 1840s and 1850s, the Franklin House was one of the largest and finest hotels in Alton. Spectators of the debate came by train and steamboat from all over Illinois and the nearby slave state of Missouri to witness the last of the Lincoln-Douglas Debates in Alton. Lincoln used the Franklin House as his campaign headquarters where supporters gathered for the day.
Visitor Information
Address: 208 State Street Alton, IL 62002
Website: https://www.riversandroutes.com/directory/franklin-house/
Phone Number: (618) 465-6676