Lincoln the Litigator

Historical marker location:

119 W Madison St, Ottawa, Illinois

( Marker is at the intersection of West Madison Street and La Salle Street (Illinois Route 23), on the right when traveling east on West Madison Street.)

Marker installed: 2009

Looking for Lincoln

The Illinois State Fair, which takes place annually in Springfield, is one of the oldest state fairs in the United States. The fair was first held in 1853 and features a variety of agricultural displays, carnival rides, and live entertainment.