Springfield - Edwards Place

Edwards Place is the oldest home in Springfield on its original foundation; it has been wonderfully preserved and was once a center for social activity in Springfield. Benjamin and Helen Edwards entertained, from 1843 to 1909, at lavish dinner parties and the grounds played host to many summer picnics and political rallies with prominent citizens and politicians such as Abraham Lincoln and Stephen Douglas in attendance.

Must-see attractions nearby:

Edwards Place

Knight's Action Park, Caribbean Water Adventure and Route 66 Drive In Theatre

Old State Capitol

A guided tour through Edwards Place features the formal receiving parlor, music room, family dining room and the second-floor bedrooms. The home is furnished with examples of Victorian furniture, including many pieces that belonged to the Edwards Family. Also on display is the authentic "Lincoln Courting Couch" from the parlor of the Ninian Edwards home where Abraham Lincoln and Mary Todd were married.

Hours

	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat	Sun
Open	Closed	11:00	11:00	11:00	11:00	11:00	Closed
Close		14:00	14:00	14:00	14:00	14:00

Always closed on:

New Year's Day (January 1)
Martin Luther King's Birthday - USA (3rd Monday, January )
President's Day - USA (3rd Monday, February )
Memorial Day - USA (last Monday, May )
American Independance Day (July 4)
Labor Day - USA (1st Monday, September)
Columbus Day - USA (2nd Monday, October )
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
New Year's Eve (December 31)
Day after Christmas, St Stephen's Day, Boxing Day (December 26)
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Christmas Eve - Christian (December 24)

Tips

Suggested donation of $3.00 per person.