Beardstown Attractions
Beardstown, settled in 1819, was named for the founder, Thomas Beard. The town has the only working courtroom where Lincoln once practiced.
Beardstown River Museum
Beardstown River Museum is also the home of the Visitors Center. The museum is housed in the restored opera house and features artifacts regarding the Illinois River such as antique equipment used by those who earned a living on the river.
Black Museum
At the rear of the courthouse in Beardstown, Rudie Black has compiled a collection of guns that represents every period of American history. There is also an extensive assortment of Native American artifacts.
Lincoln Courtroom
This courtroom is where Lincoln defended 24-year-old William ("Duff") Armstrong. It was a personal and professional triumph for Lincoln.
