Metamora Courthouse State Historic Site

Metamora Courthouse State Historic Site We are one of only two Eighth Judicial Circuit courthouses left where Abraham Lincoln practiced law. Contact the site for details.

The Metamora Courthouse was built in 1845 and served as the center of county government until the county seat was moved to Eureka in 1896. It is one of two surviving courthouses on the historic Eighth Judicial Circuit traveled by Abraham Lincoln. In 1978 the Courthouse was added to the National Register of Historic Places. The first floor of the two-story brick structure contains a central hall fl

anked by two exhibit rooms, one displaying artifacts of early local history, the other with exhibits describing the 1850s court system and Lincoln's life on the Eighth Judicial Circuit. On the second floor, the former courtroom and two small chambers are furnished to represent the era during which Lincoln practiced law. Visitors may take guided tours of the building or view the rooms and exhibits on their own. The building’s first floor is accessible to persons with disabilities; the second floor is not. Metamora Courthouse hosts an annual ​afternoon “Christmas in the Courthouse” (first Friday in December).

Today’s the day! Stop by the Metamora Courthouse between 1-6 to visit with Lincoln, see the weavers and listen to our f...
06/07/2026

Today’s the day! Stop by the Metamora Courthouse between 1-6 to visit with Lincoln, see the weavers and listen to our first Speaker Series talk on Lincoln at 4pm!

Open today June 6 from 13-3 pm. Stop by for a visit. We will also be open tomorrow, Sunday June 7 from 1-6 as we celebra...
06/06/2026

Open today June 6 from 13-3 pm. Stop by for a visit.

We will also be open tomorrow, Sunday June 7 from 1-6 as we celebrate the 190th anniversary of Hanover/Metamora and our nation’s 250th. Activities tomorrow include the Hand-weaver Guild of IL working on the loom, Randy Duncan, a Lincoln interpreter from 2-6 and at 4pm we begin the first of our summer lecture series on Lincoln topics. Sue Knepp will present “Lincoln in Woodford County with an emphasis on Metamora”.

Hope to see you this weekend.

Mark your calendar for June 7, 2026 and come to the Metamora Courthouse between 2-4 p.m. to meet “Abraham Lincoln”.
06/02/2026

Mark your calendar for June 7, 2026 and come to the Metamora Courthouse between 2-4 p.m. to meet “Abraham Lincoln”.

Nothing we love more than young people who love the Court House! And a ballerina makes it even more awesome!! Thanks Mc...
05/31/2026

Nothing we love more than young people who love the Court House! And a ballerina makes it even more awesome!! Thanks McClary family!

05/30/2026
" Summer is here, and that means travel! When President Lincoln practiced law, travel wasn't easy, and he often had to ...
05/26/2026

" Summer is here, and that means travel! When President Lincoln practiced law, travel wasn't easy, and he often had to stay in the 19th century equivalent of an Air B&B: The boarding house! Pictured here are several pieces of furniture originally in one of two boarding houses in Metamora, likely frequented by President Lincoln. Stop by on Saturday from 12-3 to find out more and share your favorite travel destination in the comments!"

Photo courtesy of Jerry Waldschmidt

Thank you to the Greg Padesky family for putting the patriotic bunting up on the Metamora Courthouse today.
05/26/2026

Thank you to the Greg Padesky family for putting the patriotic bunting up on the Metamora Courthouse today.

Due to unforeseen circumstances, we will be closed today. We apologize for any inconvenience. Thank you!
05/23/2026

Due to unforeseen circumstances, we will be closed today. We apologize for any inconvenience. Thank you!

We are hanging out with our mom's this weekend, so the courthouse will be closed. We'll see you next Saturday, 5/16 at n...
05/08/2026

We are hanging out with our mom's this weekend, so the courthouse will be closed. We'll see you next Saturday, 5/16 at noon! Hug your mom!

Address

113 East Partridge Street
Metamora, IL
61548

Opening Hours

12pm - 3pm

Telephone

+13093674470

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