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Sixth St., Springfield, IL 62701 Directions Research by appointment Call 217-524-6358 Library/Research Visit MISSION: To inspire civic engagement through the diverse lens of Illinois history and sharing with the world the life and legacy of Abraham Lincoln. × Today’s Hours: Museum 9:00 am — 5:00 pm Library 9:00 am — 4:30 pm * Research by appointment only Search Visit Plan Your Visit Cost Hours Promotions Directions/Parking Accessibility Tips and Rules Book a Group What’s Inside Venue Rentals Event Venues Catering Good Morning Gallery Packaged Daytime Events Enhance Your Event Policies Event Inquiry Exhibits Museum Library Exhibits Union Station Exterior Exhibits Online Exhibits Upcoming Exhibits Shows and Performances Directory More To Do Lunch Extend Your Stay Calendar of Events Learn Educators Educators Overview Plan Your School Visit Book a Program Educator Resources Exhibit Guides Lesson Plans Teaching Guides Our Favorite Resources Professional Development Illinois History Day Library Research Library Research Overview How to Access Submit Inquiry Library Collections Audiovisual Digital Resources Newspapers on Microfilm Lincoln Manuscripts Published Materials How to Access Submit an Inquiry Research Division Conference on Illinois History Oral History Papers of Abraham Lincoln The King V. 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