Lincoln/Douglas Square Reviews: Insider Insights and Visitor Experiences
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Learn about a critical time in U.S. history
A series of debates occurred in 1858 for a senate race between incumbent Stephen Douglas and challenger Abraham Lincoln. The final debate took place here in view of the Mississippi River in Alton, Il...
'tis just a couple of statues... but it IS sort of a "photogenic" place
While back in town for my high school reunion, I drive-wandered about the entire area. I just HAD to show my wife these statues one-more-time. The statue-artistry depicting Stephan A. Douglas in a r...
Went there with some young kids and I was surprised how much I learned and how many questions they had. Wow!!! We were only there for an hour, but the conversation that the stop created lasted a coupl...
Learn about a critical time in U.S. history
A series of debates occurred in 1858 for a senate race between incumbent Stephen Douglas and challenger Abraham Lincoln. The final debate took place here in view of the Mississippi River in Alton, Il...
Stop by if you are a fan of Lincoln and history
Easy to find, plenty of parking ; across the casino. right in front of the huge Alton sign by the power plant.
'tis just a couple of statues... but it IS sort of a "photogenic" place
While back in town for my high school reunion, I drive-wandered about the entire area. I just HAD to show my wife these statues one-more-time. The statue-artistry depicting Stephan A. Douglas in a r...
Experience History!
Check this out if you happen to drive by especially if you are going to St.Louis from Pere Marquette park.
You can learn stuff
Went there with some young kids and I was surprised how much I learned and how many questions they had. Wow!!! We were only there for an hour, but the conversation that the stop created lasted a coupl...