Mary Todd Lincoln House

Mary Todd Lincoln House is a sightseeing stop in Lexington, KY, part of the Louisville and the Bluegrass guide. Cost: under $25. Open March 15 to November 30.

578 W Main St · Lexington, KY

Why you should go…

This downtown Lexington house was the family home of Mary Todd, who later married Abraham Lincoln. Built around 1803 to 1806 as an inn called The Sign of the Green Tree, it became the first historic site in the country dedicated to a first lady. You tour fourteen rooms with period furniture, portraits and original Todd and Lincoln family pieces, on a self-guided or guided visit. A small garden and museum store round out the stop.

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