I visited President Abraham Lincoln’s Tomb on the day, the 160th anniversary of his death.
The Lincoln Tomb is the final resting place of Abraham Lincoln, his wife Mary Todd Lincoln, and three of their four sons. It is located in Oak Ridge Cemetery in Springfield, Illinois.
The tomb was constructed between 1869 and 1874 for $ 180,000. The tomb was dedicated by President Ulysses S. Grant when it was completed.
The Lincoln Tomb was funded by the National Lincoln Monument Association, which was formed on April 24, 1865, just days after Lincoln’s assassination. The association raised over $170,000 through public donations, and construction began in 1869.
The Tomb features a 117-foot obelisk, bronze statues, and a red marble monument inscribed with Lincoln’s name inside the burial chamber.
The Lincoln Tomb features four bronze statues representing different branches of the U.S. military. These statues are positioned at the base of the 117-foot obelisk and symbolize Lincoln’s leadership during the Civil War.
The tomb also features a bronze bust of Lincoln, which visitors traditionally rub for good luck. Over time, this tradition has polished Lincoln’s nose to a shiny golden shade, making it stand out from the rest of the statue.
Yes, I did. I need all the Luck I can get!
