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  • "Lincolns' Lexington" Downtown Walking Tour
  • "A House Divided" Cemetery Walking Tour
  • Family Downtown Quest
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578 West Main Street

Lexington, KY, 40507

8592339999

Discover America's most fascinating first lady during a visit to her girlhood home.

• Visit
  • Book Visit
  • Plan Your Visit
  • Driving and Parking Directions
  • Neighborhood Guide
  • Group Tours and Field Trips
• Programs
  • Upcoming Events
  • "Lincolns' Lexington" Downtown Walking Tour
  • "A House Divided" Cemetery Walking Tour
  • Family Downtown Quest
• Learn
  • Biography
  • Todd Family
  • Slavery
  • The White House Years
  • Widowhood & Insanity Trial
  • Timeline
  • "History At Home" Resources
• About
  • Photo Gallery
  • About House & Organization
  • Donate
  • Staff & Contacts
  • Employment
• Donate

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Discover America's most fascinating first lady during a visit to her girlhood home.

Discover one of America’s most fascinating first ladies! The Mary Todd Lincoln House was the family home of the wife of 16th president Abraham Lincoln. Mary Lincoln was sophisticated, educated, and versed in politics. On the surface, her success in the White House seemed assured. Yet, few women in American history have endured as much controversy and tragedy.

Upcoming Events

This free virtual program will feature an illustrated talk on Mary Lincoln’s niece, artist Katherine Helm, by MTLH Assistant Director, Kate Hesseldenz. This program will take place via the online meeting platform Zoom. Online registration is required by clicking here.

Nov 7, 2024

6:00 PM – 7:00 PM18:00 – 19:006:00 PM – 7:00 PM

### Kid’s at-Home Activity Packet

We’ve developed a packet based on activities from previous family events. Designed for children ages 5-9, this free packet includes directions for playing old-fashioned games, making a Lincoln family photo album, Civil War songs, and other pastimes the Lincolns enjoyed. Click below to download your free activity packet! Click here to download the Kid’s Activity Packet.