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The Mary Todd Lincoln House, located in downtown Lexington, Kentucky was the family home of the wife of 16th president Abraham Lincoln. In 1977, the home opened to the public and became the first house museum in America to honor a First Lady.
Guided Tour. A guided tour is available at 3:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. The experience is led by the same knowledgeable, friendly staff as the self-guided tour. The experience is perfect for those who enjoy lectures and being in groups with others. The tour lasts one hour and is limited to 15 guests per tour.
Mary Todd Lincoln House in Lexington, Kentucky, USA, was the girlhood home of Mary Todd, the future first lady and wife of the 16th President, Abraham Lincoln. Today the fourteen-room house is a museum containing period furniture, portraits, and artifacts from the Todd and Lincoln families.
Born in to a wealthy, political family on December 13, 1818, Mary Todd Lincoln was sophisticated, educated, and versed in politics. On the surface, her success in the White House seemed assured. Yet, few women in American history have endured as much tragedy and controversy.
The Mary Todd Lincoln House, located on West Main Street in downtown Lexington, Kentucky, was the family home of the future wife of the sixteenth President of the United States. In 1977, the girlhood home opened to the public and became the first house museum in the country to honor a First Lady.
The Mary Todd Lincoln House is an amazing little gem of history in Lexington! A beautifully restored/kept museum that dives into the history of the family of one of our nation’s greatest presidents.
Today, the 14 room house is used to tell the remarkable story of Mary Todd Lincoln to thousands of visitors from around the world. The garden behind the home offers a peaceful respite for our visitors.
