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Lincoln's Cottage is a recently opened museum in Washington DC. The site houses Abraham Lincoln's summer retreat. The cottage is on the grounds of the Soldier's Home in north DC. For nearly a century the home sat unappreciated until the National Trust for Historic Preservation renovated the home and opened an education center.

Historians estimate that Lincoln spent a quarter of his presidency in the home and drafted the Emancipation Proclamation while here.

The home itself is worth a visit, but the accompanying museum makes the visit all the more worthwhile. The education center has a museum that that emphasizes Lincoln's his life in Washington DC and has an award-winning interactive program for students. Before the tour begins, visitors also can enjoy a brief video about the location.



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