Lincoln's New Salem

Category: State park

Address: 15588 History Ln, Petersburg, IL 62675, USA

Phone: +12176324000

Opening hours

Sunday: 9AM–4:30PM

Monday: 9AM–4:30PM

Tuesday: 9AM–4:30PM

Wednesday: 9AM–4:30PM

Thursday: 9AM–4:30PM

Friday: 9AM–4:30PM

Saturday: 9AM–4:30PM

Reviews

penelope barajas

Oct 26, 2022

Wish we had gone there in the summer mo ths.Though seeing the beautiful colors of the leaves was great.

Katrina Lowry

Oct 25, 2022

I went during closing, but I can't wait to go back to get the full experience

Charles Heinemann

Oct 23, 2022

Spent last weekend there. I was surprised, bathroom clean and upgraded. Dead trees removed and serious landscaping. Great improvement

Melissa Lacey

Oct 23, 2022

I went camping during the Fall Festival and the village was crowded. I was disappointed that the hiking trails were closed off. I had a great time at the campground.

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Questions & Answers

Does anyone know if they will be open Monday September 7, 2020 which is Labor Day?

Tony jackson | Nov 1, 2020
Mike Gowin | Nov 1, 2020

Not sure but I would call and check.....camping and park probably but the rest idk

How long are tours?

Mikey Dobbs | Nov 2, 2019
Heidi Marie | Nov 2, 2019

Llyod & Linda are right. We were there for 3 hours. The interpreters are very knowledgeable (the history here is quite colorful) and can answer just about any questions you may have.

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Is this wheelchair accessable

Walt Wallace | Nov 2, 2018
Rick Pyatt | Nov 2, 2018

You can get into and around the park easy enough but seeing inside the log cabins could be challenging as most have a porch with steps

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Can we bring are 10 pound poodle with us?

Franklin Ropp | Nov 2, 2018
Mike Siebert | Nov 2, 2018

Ask them, but there is plenty of grassy areas. Not sure about in the museum part. Lots to walk and see outside.

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Where do you get a camping permit?

Chris Ni | Nov 2, 2019
:Alexis: Carson | Nov 2, 2019

Actually had no idea there is a campsite

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Are the Log houses/cabins original or reproduction?

Homeschool Gal | Nov 2, 2019
Kathleen Gray | Nov 2, 2019

Reproductions on original foundations

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Is there picnic areas covered?

Peggy Worker | Nov 2, 2018
Erin Gruenholz | Nov 2, 2018

Yes

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is there handicap scooters available

Delbert Petty | Nov 2, 2018
chris fuller | Nov 2, 2018

Not that I know of but it is paved pathways. See lots of strollers

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Is it pet friendly??

Mo Mo | Nov 1, 2021
R. U. Lost 2 | Jan 5, 2022

Pets are not allowed in the homes/buildings but are welcome to walk down the paved road running between the buildings as long as they are leashed and you pick up after them. Over the years, I’ve brought multiple retrievers through the park and the only comments I’ve ever received were from people (including volunteers) who asked if they could say ‘hi’ / pet them. In my mind, that’s VERY pet friendly!

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Is there housing for a large family reunion...75 people 3-5 days

Gladys Bahnson | Nov 1, 2021
Zivile Petraitis | Nov 1, 2021

There is just old village like museum.

Does it ckst?

Mike Hampton | Nov 1, 2021
Elizabeth Twyman | Nov 1, 2021

No entry price but suggested donation boxes at entrance to museum and village. Staff are volunteers, I believe. It's a nice outing on a pretty day.

Is the area fully ooen?

Allison Ambrosio | Nov 1, 2021
D Green | Nov 1, 2021

Yes

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Is the park open now

Jimmy Wallbaum | Nov 1, 2021
Larry Senalik | Nov 1, 2021

Yes, the visitors center isn't

Is the visitors center and everything still open with the use of masks etc now? Or have they closed due to Coronavirus? I want to take the kids but don't want to make a wasted trip for nothing...

Patreina Jacobs | Nov 1, 2020
Cara Thorison | Nov 1, 2020

Visitors Center is closed and so are the buildings as far as entering them. But nice walk around the grounds and able to see in the doorways of the cabins. Was there yesterday, Oct 14th.

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Can someone bring a dog with them? My friend has an emotional support dog that goes everywhere with her due to her medical needs.

Tony jackson | Nov 1, 2020
Bryce Bond | Nov 1, 2020

Yes I brought two dogs with me the last time I was there yes the leash is mandatory.

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Do we get tickets or its free??

veronica alexic | Nov 2, 2019
Karen Morris | Nov 2, 2019

New Salem is free but donations are requested. Suggestioned donation is $10 per family, $5 per individual.

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Are there camp grounds & cabins close by?

Linda Reed | Nov 2, 2019
Karen Morris | Nov 2, 2019

Yep. There's a campground at New Salem.

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Do you have a senior discount

Marsha Rohrer | Nov 2, 2019
:Alexis: Carson | Nov 2, 2019

Make sure you pick up a map before you look around

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What is the cost of admission?

Walter Whitley | Nov 2, 2019
itsmekestral | Nov 2, 2019

It's free. They just encourage donations

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We are planning a trip up next week.. what is the condition of the camp grounds with all the flooding you have in that area now? Thanks

Maureen Speerly | Nov 2, 2019
Sean Maddocks | Nov 2, 2019

It is in good condition that is a flood area but not in camping grounds.

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Does thos cost to get in

slayerman19761 | Nov 2, 2019
Sammie Cummings | Nov 2, 2019

No, it's free to the public

Is there seating for people to rest in between building.

Karen Dondlinger | Nov 2, 2018
Erin Gruenholz | Nov 2, 2018

Yes there are benches

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What is cost for senior citizens and veterans?

S Chuckray | Nov 2, 2018
Jared Carrizales | Nov 2, 2018

All donation.

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Are the shops. Open today?

Wanda Reents | Nov 2, 2018
Eternalfriday | Nov 2, 2018

Yes

Are there any rides

Alana Emert | Nov 2, 2018
Tim Arnold | Nov 2, 2018

There aren't any rides. There is interesting history at the park and a great walking path though.

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Does it cost to visit?

Hannah Rainey | Nov 2, 2018
Daniel showalter | Nov 2, 2018

Donations are welcome two very well appreciated there is a gift shop with food

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Does anyone know if new Salem state park will be open on good Friday 2018

Ronda Tippett | Nov 2, 2018
Jon Grigsby | Nov 2, 2018

I'm not sure, but the rv park is awesome. A lot of history. I recommend anyone to visit this site

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Will New Salem Park be open on Good Friday 2018?

Anthony McCoy | Nov 2, 2018
Michelle Grice | Nov 2, 2018

Yes. The only days they are closed is Thanksgiving, Christmas Day and New Year's Day.

When are demonstrations of prairie living

Gary Winans | Nov 2, 2018
Jon Grigsby | Nov 2, 2018

I'm not sure but after visiting this historic site we will research the when and return for another visit. Awesome place!

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When is the blue grass festival?

John Stroh | Nov 2, 2017
Ray Campbell | Nov 2, 2017

Check on the Springfield IL. Web site under things to do and it will tell you about all the events.

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When was New Salem reconstructed.

Bob Hinds | Nov 2, 2017
Daniel Bacon | Nov 2, 2018

The village as it is seen now was reconstructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) as part of FDR's New Deal during the 1930's.

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When do crafts work in buildings

richard carlyle | Nov 2, 2017
Ann Windsor | Nov 2, 2017

I would go to website, i believe on weekends

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