New Salem Historic Site
Directions from Springfield –
· Take Jefferson Street, which turns into Il-29/Il-97, continue to follow IL-97 for 8 miles.
· Turn right at stoplight onto IL-97 and continue to follow for 12 miles.
· Turn left into Lincoln’s New Salem.
Directions from I-55 –
· Take the Williamsville exit#109.
· Follow Route 123 west for about 10 miles.
· Turn right onto Route 123.
· Turn left at the town of Athens.
· Turn right at the first stop sign.
· Turn left at the next stop sign.
· Go 8 miles on Athens Blacktop to Route 97, turn left.
· Turn right into Lincoln’s New Salem.
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