Lincoln is a city located in the state of Illinois in the United States. It serves as the county seat for Logan County and was first settled during the 1830s.
The city is notable for being the only town in the United States named after Abraham Lincoln before he attained the presidency. During his career as a lawyer, Lincoln practiced in local courtrooms from 1847 to 1859.
Lincoln features several points of interest, including two prisons and a National Weather Service Forecast Office. The city is also home to numerous historical sites along the Route 66 corridor, including the world's largest covered wagon.