City Connection to Lincoln
Pontiac’s historic connections to Abraham Lincoln date back to Lincoln’s early days as a young lawyer traveling the 8th Judicial District. Lincoln visited Pontiac many times, represented a number of local citizens in legal actions, and made connections here that helped him to rise to prominence in state and national politics.

We are proud of our Lincoln heritage and invite visitors to learn more about the humble prairie lawyer who rose to become one of our nation’s most important and admired Presidents.

Looking for Lincoln Story Exhibits
The exhibits include: 

• 9 outdoor story boards, which are part of the State of Illinois Looking For Lincoln Program
• Abraham Lincoln Statue - a life-sized, bronze statue representing Lincoln as a young lawyer
• The Strevell-Lincoln House - the only remaining structure in Livingston County known to have welcomed Abraham Lincoln