Heritage Tourism

The Kentucky Lincoln Heritage Trail consists of historic sites and museums with ties to the sixteenth president.  Last year, more than 500,000 people visited Lincoln Trail sites from local, regional, national, and international locations.  

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Education

Kentucky"s Lincoln Heritage Trail serves important educational functions.  Each year, thousands of students take field trips to experience the exhibits and programs at the trail's historic sites and museums.  

Community Development

The Kentucky Lincoln Heritage Trail is an active partner in community development initiatives such as preservation and conservation. We also engages in advocacy efforts and is leading an initiative to re-establish the original three state Lincoln Trail through Kentucky, Indiana, and Illinois.