Lincoln Rode the 8th Circuit, Shelbyville, Illinois.
N 39° 24.396 W 088° 47.450
16S E 345815 N 4363428
Plaque dedicated to Lincoln's Eighth Circuit Ride.
Waymark Code: WMA6MB
Location: Illinois, United States
Date Posted: 11/24/2010
Views: 4
This marker is on the Nortwest corner of the Freedom Square Memorial area, located in Shelbyville, Illinois.
It commemorates Lincoln's frequent visits to this area.
It was presented to the Kuilka Chapter of the D. A. R., by O. J. Penwell.
Location Type: Historic Marker
Property Type: Public
Date of Event: 1921
Location Notes:
The marker is just south across the street from the Shelby County courthouse.
You can park at the courthouse lot and walk to this marker.
URL for Additional Information: Not listed
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