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About Us The Lincoln Foundation, a non-profit corporation, founded in 2021 by Gwinn Thompson and Jerry Coleman, consists of a twelve members Board whose purpose is to support the preservation, awareness, and promotion of Washington County, Kentucky's role in the Lincoln Family's early history. To that end, information will be conveyed through historical site markers, a website, the public library, the county tourism office, and the public and private school curricula. The Lincoln Foundation is a 501c3 Non-Profit Corporation. Donations to the Foundation are tax deductible and should be sent to: ​ Ed O'Daniel Law Office 110 W Main Street Springfield, KY 40069 Board Members Gwinn Thompson Lincoln Foundation Co-Founder Board President Educator, Historian, & Author Jerry Coleman Lincoln Foundation Co-Founder Attorney Historian & Author Carroll Kelly Board Member Attorney Washington Historical Society President Linda Anderson Board Member Washington County Historian ​ Ed O'Daniel Board Member Attorney Former State Senator Beth Waters Alexander Board Mem ber Business Manager Docent at Ashland/The Henry Clay Estate Mike Crain Board Member Lincoln Historian Vicki Ensor Board Member Lincoln Historian Business Manager Donald L. Ensor Board Member Lincoln Historian Business Manager Lora Justice Board Member Washington Co. Director of Tourism Tim Graves Board Member Washington County Judge Executive Robbie Polin Board Member President Springfield State Bank John Carney Board Member U.S. Postal Service

Photo Gallery The Mitchell Cemetery Daniel Mitchell descendants, Kebo Mitchell and Dennis Mitchell at the Mitchell Cemetery at Beechland. The Lincoln Spring This spring which still runs today was the water source for Thomas Lincoln and Nancy Hanks when they moved here in 1805. William Hardesty New clippings documenting William Hardesty's role in Lincoln history Fulling Mill Remnant of the Fulling Mill on the bank of the Beechfork The "Breeding House" The "Breeding House" located on what was once the Stephen C. Brown estate, now owned by Ed O'Daniel Francis Berry house The original site at the top of the knoll is the Francis Berry house. James Calhoun home The home of James Calhoun who claimed he cast the only vote in Washington County for Abraham Lincoln in the 1860 election. The Beechfork River ​ The Francis Berry Cabin The Francis Berry Cabin at Lincoln Park is the house in which Thomas Lincoln and Nancy Hanks married June 12, 1806. Donald Ensor Lincoln Foundation Board Member, Donald Ensor, at the dedication of the Lincoln Spring/Housekeeping Cabin marker The Mitchell Family The Mitchell Family on the dedication of their marker, April 2023 Lincoln descendants Lincoln descendants, Kebo and Dennis Mitchell with Ed O'Daniel, Lincoln Foundation Board Member The 2nd Historical Marker The second historic marker near the site of the Pioneer Cemetery and the assassination of Captain Abraham Lincoln, grandfather of the 16th President. The Lincoln Foundation Meeting December 2021 meeting of the Lincoln Foundation at the historic home of Ed O'Daniel Book Event Book release event at the Lincoln Legacy Museum in Springfield, Ky News article ​ Ann Taylor Waters The late Ann Taylor Waters with Jerry Coleman Springfield Mayor Board member Mike Crain with Springfield Mayor Debbie Wakefield Sara Mitchell Thompson marker Sara Mitchell Thompson marker donated by Donald and Vicki Ensor Ben Settles crew Ben Settles crew working under direction of Lincoln Foundation Board member, Jerry Coleman John Wharton John Wharton assisted with placement of Sara Mitchell Thompson marker at Pleasant Grove Cemetery. First meeting of Lincoln Foundation April 16, 2021 Ed O'Daniel home The Stephen C. Brown Historic house Springfield Mayor Board member Mike Crain with Springfield Mayor Debbie Wakefield

Beechland Lincoln Markers Washington County historian, Miss Olive Walker, during the 1950s era, identified significant Beechland historic sites at which wood plaques were placed. One of the goals of the Lincoln Foundation is to replace these deteriorated plaques with permanent bronze markers. 01 The Housekeeping Cabin Thomas Lincoln and Nancy Hanks Cabin in which they went to “Housekeeping" in 1805. Their first child, Nancy, who died in infancy was born here and is buried near the site of the cabin which was moved to Harrodsburg about 1912. ​ Coordinates: Latitude 37.77236 Longitude -85.19524 02 The Lincoln Spring This spring which still runs today was the water source for Thomas Lincoln and Nancy Hanks when they moved here in 1805. Then later, after their marriage in 1806, Nancy and Thomas lived in the Housekeeping cabin with Sara and Abraham until Abraham was about 18 months old. A young neighbor, William Hardesty, was hired to stay with Nancy while Thomas was away. The cabin was located approximately 100 feet east of the spring. ​ Coordinates: Latitude 37.77236 Longitude -85.19524 03 General Area of the murder of Captain Abraham Lincoln This is also the site of the Pioneer Cemetery where some eighty pioneers are said to be buried, including Captain Abraham Lincoln, grandfather of President Lincoln, and Naomi Shipley Mitchell, aunt of the President. Coordinates: Latitude 37.6488 Longitude 85.21018 Board member, Mike Crain, is pictured with the historical plaque that marks the general area where the grandfather of President Lincoln was murdered. The tree lined background is the site of the Pioneer Cemetery which rests on the precipice above the Beechfork River. It is here that Captain Abraham Lincoln was buried in 1788. 04 The Mitchell Cemetery Daniel Mitchell, son of Robert and Naomi Shipley Mitchell built a cabin near the banks of the Beechfork after his marriage to Jane Berry in 1794. Jane was a companion and cousin to Nancy Hanks. The log home still stands today, although covered by a modern structure. The nearby fenced cemetery contains the graves of Daniel Mitchell, his wife, Jane, and four of their children. Coordinates: Latitude 37.72873 Longitude 85.19183 05 The Sarah Mitchell Thompson Burial Site The Pleasant Grove Presbyterian Church Cemetery is the burial site of Sarah Mitchell Thompson. This church was established in 1833 after Beechland pioneers moved from their meeting house located along the banks of the Beechfork near the Pioneer Cemetery. ​ Sarah Mitchell Thompson, first cousin and best friend of Nancy Hanks Lincoln, lived for five years with Nancy in the Richard Berry, Sr. home. Her grave is located front center in the Pleasant Grove Cemetery. Coordinates: Latitude 37.72873 Longitude 85.19183 06 The Richard Berry Cabin The Richard Berry Jr cabin, a double hewn log cabin fronted the road a short distance from the ford at Beech Fork. One of the largest houses in Washington County, it was listed in 1989 on the National Register of Historic Houses. Sadly, Washington County made no effort to save the historic cabin and in 2006 the owner advertised the cabin for sale and it was purchased by Jerry and Linda Bruckeimer and relocated to their Walnut Grove Estate in nearby Bloomfield-Nelson County, Kentucky. Coordinates: 37• 46’ 10”N 85• 13’ 33”W 07 The Berry Mill Edward Berry donated land to Phillip Mattingly in 1819 to build a grist mill, designed as an under-shot type. In exchange, Berry was to have grinding rights. Mrs. Davidson Reed was the last owner and operator of the mill when it closed in 1929. Coordinates: 37.77151:-85.18947 08 The Francis Berry Home This is the site of the marriage of Thomas and Nancy Hanks Lincoln. It is the possible birthplace of President Lincoln. ​ Coordinates: 37.77702:-85.19085 09 Mordecai Lincoln Home Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this house built in 1797 by Mordecai Lincoln is the only existing structure, owned and occupied by a member of the Lincoln Family, that still stands on its original site. Coordinates: 37.74847:-85.20977 10 Washington County Clerk's Office This is the place where Thomas Lincoln secured his marriage license. ​ Coordinates: 37.68478:-85.22025 11 Uriah Litsey Home Site Built in 1842 by Uriah Litsey, this house was constructed on a portion of the 600 acres plantation obtained by Richard Berry, Sr. through a land grant December 2, 1785. ​ Coordinates: 37.77217:-85.20258 12 The John Thompson House This house, built on part of Matthew Walton's land, was deeded to John Thompson in 1817. It was later owned by John Calhoun who boasted he cast the only vote for Lincoln in Washington County. ​ Coordinates: 37.68443:-85.22016 13 Rev. Jesse Head Homesite Only a marker remains to identify the site of Rev. Head, the minister who performed the wedding of Thomas Lincoln and Nancy Hanks, parents of President Abraham Lincoln. ​ Coordinates: 37.68571:-85.22016 14 Historic Stephen C. Brown House Originaly house is two 18 foot square 2-story log cabins with center open breezeway built circa 1790. Cabins were covered with poplar clapboards circa 1810 with Federal style façade and downstairs rear addition. Upstairs rooms in rear were added later as were kitchen and breakfast room on west side of house. Identical front doors with side lights on first and second floors flanked by pilasters. Entry hall and staircase mirror Mordecai Lincoln House. Original Federal style woodwork includes stone fireplace mantle with paneled pilasters, chair-rails and Shaker cabinetry. Built by Stephen Cocke Brown who married Eleanor Davison, daughter of Elias Davison, the manor house of Zelma Farm, as it was then known, was home to their 11 children who were born in the house. Stephen C. Brown, who died in 1864, and his wife are buried at Pleasant Grove Cemetery. Parts of Zelma Farm are now owned by Ed and Kris O'Daniel. Restoration of the house was completed in 1997. ​ Coordinates: ​

Nearby Attractions The Saint Rose Priory Church Established in 1806, this church remains the oldest Dominican religious house in the country. Lincoln Legacy Museum This is your Project description. A brief summary can help visitors understand the context of your work. Click on "Edit Text" or double click on the text box to start. Hillsboro Church This is your Project description. Provide a brief summary to help visitors understand the context and background of your work. Click on "Edit Text" or double click on the text box to start. Lincoln Homestead State Park This is your Project description. Click on "Edit Text" or double click on the text box to start. Willisburg Lake This is your Project description. Provide a brief summary to help visitors understand the context and background of your work. Click on "Edit Text" or double click on the text box to start. KY Bourbon Festival The third week of September each year visit Jim Beam, Heaven Hill, Makers Mark, Buffalo Trace, Four Roses and Wild Turkey Distilleries-all within a 30 minute drive of Springfield and Beechland.