Lincoln Boyhood Announces New Visitor Service

Lincoln Boyhood Announces New Visitor Service

Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial is now using cell phone technology to bring the stories of this special place to life for all users.

“We’re using this technology to supplement our interpretive programming in a new way that’s convenient and easy to use for almost everyone,” said park superintendent, Randy Wester.

Cell phone tours are part of the park’s effort to reach out to park visitors in new and innovative ways. Almost everyone now carries a phone, since staying connected has become essential. The technology lets users get information when and where they want it.

Taking the cell phone tours is simple and free except for the cost of the user’s cellular phone service minutes. Access is made by dialing one number and then entering the item number one wants to hear.

Messages cover historical information about Abraham Lincoln’s life in Indiana and park features. Information about how to use the service is available at the Memorial Visitor Center. Some messages will be available in Spanish and other language versions will be added in the future. A California based company, Guide by Cell, offers the service. Access to the Lincoln Boyhood Cell Phone Tour is available 24 hours a day.

Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial is located off of Indiana Highway 162 in Lincoln City, Indiana. Admission to the park, which includes the Lincoln Living Historical Farm, is $3.00 per person, age 17 and older, with a maximum charge of $5.00 per family. The receipt for admission is good for a period of seven days from the date of purchase. There is no charge for visitors who present an Interagency Pass, a Senior Pass, an Access Pass, or an Annual Lincoln Boyhood Park Pass. The passports may be purchased at the park. For more information, please call the park at 812-937-4541.