Showing posts with label Illinois. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Illinois. Show all posts

Nov 8, 2020

Lincoln Home National Historic Site in Illinois

Located in Springfield, Illinois, the Lincoln Home National Historic Site is where Abraham Lincoln and his wife, Mary Todd lived from 1844 until 1861 when Lincoln was elected and left this home to assume the role of President of the United States of America.

Lincoln Home Springfield Illinois

The historic house has been restored with authentic pieces, including one of Lincoln's desks. In addition to the home, the presidential memorial includes several structures within the surrounding four blocks which have also been restored to the period when Lincoln lived in the neighborhood. This includes the Old State Capitol where Lincoln served as a State Legislator.  

Lincoln Home Springfield Illinois

Lincoln Home Springfield Illinois

Lincoln Home Springfield Illinois




Lincoln Home Springfield Illinois

Lincoln Home Springfield Illinois


Lincoln Home Springfield Illinois

Lincoln Home Springfield Illinois

Lincoln Home Springfield Illinois


Lincoln Home Springfield Illinois


Oct 20, 2020

Chicago Skyline on Lake Michigan

You can't beat the Chicago skyline view by taking the water taxi from Navy Pier to the Field Museum. Here are a few visuals of downtown Chicago, Illinois as seen from Lake Michigan.

Chicago Skyline Downtown

Chicago Skyline Downtown

Chicago Skyline Downtown

Chicago Skyline Downtown

Chicago Skyline Downtown