Why This Often Overlooked Attraction Is Actually One Of DC’s Best
DC has plenty of historical attractions that you can experience. In fact, one could argue that the whole city is a historical attraction. But there are some historic sites that are better known than others. But we’re here to argue for those lesser known sites. Just because they are not in in every guidebook, doesn’t mean they are not worth seeing. One of the most interesting historic sites in DC is the most overlooked attraction in DC. President Lincoln’s Cottage might be one of DC’s best attractions.
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President Lincoln is one of the most fascinating and important presidents in this country's history. While you can learn about him at The White House and at Ford's Theatre, Lincoln's Cottages gives visitors a unique look into his life.
He would often ride the 30 minute, 3.5-mile ride to the White House every day and then come back to the cottage in the evening. In fact, Lincoln wrote the Emancipation Proclamation at his summer home.
It has been renovated and preserves much of the past. It is an incredible look at what life was like during the Civil War and how it impacted the president.
Visitors can take guided tours of the home. The tour guides are gifted storytellers and historians who are able to transport you back to the Civil War.
Because the house is located in Petworth, far from the normal tourist attractions, it's relatively unknown and often uncrowded place. In addition to tours, they occasionally hold private events and special programs at the home.
If you live in DC, you should definitely take a trip to Lincoln's Cottage to learn more about this impactful president. The Cottage is located at 140 Rock Creek Church Rd NW, Washington, DC 20011. It is open daily and admission is $15 for adults and $5 for children under the age of 12.
