If you are in the area, stop in for ten minutes to poke around. There isn't much to see, but currently there is an exhibit from Spielberg's movie about Lincoln.

We stopped on our way out of town. The last place we wanted to visit on this trip to Springfield. We listen to many audio books about Lincoln and this was a place we wanted to see along with the building that was the Chenery...More

The old, but fully restored depot, features exhibits from Steven Spielberg's film "Lincoln", starring Daniel Day-Lewis as Lincoln. You can see the actual costumes and some sets used in the production. It was a unique exhibition, but ends in October 2018 I believe.

We saw the Lincoln in the Movies exhibit which was small in scale but interesting. The video presentation gave more information behind the scenes.

I'd highly recommend a quick stop at the Great Western Depot, as this is the location Lincoln delivered his farewell speech when he left for Washington DC. It was also the last time he gave a speech in Springfield as he never again returned to...More

This Depot is now privately owned, beautifully restored, and well maintained. The owners have done a great job and the lower level is worth seeing. There are several displays worth your time but only plan on 1/2 hour.

This is the depot from which Lincoln departed for the White House. There is a short film and a few exhibits.