* COVID-19 UPDATE: Grounds, some buildings/exhibits, as well as The Museum Store (limited capacity, masks required*) are currently open to guests! Please consult details on Hildene's Hours and Admissions page. Refer to the Vermont Department of Health for all up to date travel advisories.
The Lincoln Family Home
Welcome! Hildene exists to carry the values of Abraham Lincoln to future generations by educating and inspiring others to put those Values into Action.
Integrity, Perseverance, Civic Responsibility
Land Conservation, Historic Preservation, Sustainability, Civil Civic Discourse
His father was born in a log cabin and called from the humblest rank in life to preside over our ... more >
Each year Hildene's staff and volunteers welcome thousands of guests daily to the Lincoln ...more >
Overlooking the valley of the Battenkill, our school and camp programs are located on ... more >
Please support one of the great remaining 19th century estates with all of its original ... more >
When you become a member of Hildene, you’ll join thousands of people who are helping to preserve more than historic bricks and mortar. You help us advance our mission: Values into Action. And you help safeguard Hildene for future generations. more >>
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Something old and something new is a wedding tradition at Hildene. Located in the scenic Vermont village of Manchester, Hildene is a truly unique destination. more >>
In 2007, the historic carriage barn at Hildene was restored top to bottom. Once the restoration was completed and the building reopened, it continued it’s new life as Hildene’s Welcome Center and The Museum Store. more >>
Your contributions help to support our youth education programs and camps, conservation of our woodlands, wetland and meadows, as well as preservation of this national treasure. more >>
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