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Heart of the Mother Road

Lincoln, IL: Named After Abe Lincoln

Lincoln, IL: Named After Abe Lincoln

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Part of Our Route 66 Everytown Collection - Lincoln Edition

Crafted from ultra-soft 100% Airlume combed and ring-spun cotton, this unisex jersey tee blends everyday comfort with timeless Americana style. Featuring "Named After Abe Lincoln," this shirt celebrates the only city in America personally christened by Abraham Lincoln himself, long before he became president. Perfect for history buffs, Route 66 travelers and collectors of roadside Americana, this tee honors a town where presidential legacy meets the Mother Road.

Lincoln, Illinois is the only city named for Abraham Lincoln (before his presidency). This town is a proud stop along The Mother Road, blending presidential history with small town charm and unforgettable roadside landmarks.

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About Lincoln, Illinois: Where Presidential Legacy Meets the Mother Road

Lincoln is a city steeped in history, located in Logan County along the 1926-1977 alignment of Route 66.  Founded in 1853 and incorporated in 1857, it holds the singular honor of being the only city named for Abraham Lincoln with his personal blessing. In a lighthearted ceremony in 1853, Lincoln christened the town with watermelon juice: an event now commemorated by the Lincoln Watermelon Monument at 101 North Chicago St., where a giant watermelon sculpture draws curious travelers.

The city preserves its connection to Lincoln's early legal career through the Postville Courthouse State Historic Site at 914 South Fifth St., a replica of the 1848 courthouse where Lincoln once practiced law. Beyond its presidential ties, Lincoln is also home to some of Route 66's most beloved roadside icons. Chief among them is the Railsplitter Covered Wagon, which stands proudly along the highway as the world's largest covered wagon - a whimsical nod to frontier life and a favorite photo stop.

Each may, Lincoln comes alive during the annual Red Carpet Corridor events, welcoming Route 66 fans with community celebrations that honor both its local history and its enduring ties to the Mother Road.

With its unique presidential christening, its blend of history and roadside Americana, and its enduring community spirit, Lincoln stand as a living monument to both Abraham Lincoln stands as a living monument to both Abraham Lincoln and the legacy of Route 66.

Product Features:

  • 100% Airlume combed and ring-spun cotton for premium softness
  • Side seams for added structure and durability
  • Tear-away label for comfort
  • Classic crew neckline with a flattering unisex fit - true-to-size for all day comfort (see size chart for details)
  • Made responsibly in North America under Fair Labor Association standards

Care Instructions:

  • Machine wash: cold (max 90°F / 30°C)
  • Tumble dry: low heat
  • Non-chlorine bleach as needed
  • Iron or steam: medium heat
  • Do not dry clean
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