Deskins Tavern Historical Marker

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915 5th St.

Lincoln, IL 62656

In the 1840's, Deskins Tavern and Inn was a popular location for Lawyers and judges on the 8th Judicial Circuit, when Abraham Lincoln was a lawyer. The tavern was located across the street from the Postville Courthouse. The original well from the 1830's stands on the Tavern location along with a historical marker and an interpretive panel/ replica drawing by Lloyd Ostendorf, depicting Abraham Lincoln and Judge David Davis.

 

  

 

 

Logan County Tourism Bureau

101 North Chicago Street
Lincoln, IL 62656

 
 
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June-August
10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Sat. also
January-March
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