Springfield Township in Sangamon County, Illinois — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)

A. Lincoln Motel

Springfield, Illinois

Photographed By Jason Voigt

1. A. Lincoln Motel Marker

Inscription. Originally the A. Lincoln Tourist Court, built in the late 1940's and was located on old Route 66 at 2927 S. 6th St. Springfield next to the original Cozy Dog.

At its largest, it touted 44 carpeted deluxe units, complete with air conditioning, central heating, in-room telephones and TV and a bean shaped outdoor pool and added large dining room building.

The sign was removed and parts sold to collectors.

*Neon legend is 100% Original Size

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Industry & Commerce. In addition, it is included in the U.S. Route 66 series list.

Location. 39° 49.948′ N, 89° 38.246′ W. Marker is in Springfield, Illinois, in Sangamon County. It is in Springfield Township. Marker can be reached from East Sangamon Avenue west of North Peoria Road (Illinois Route 29). Marker is located at the permanent Route 66 Experience exhibition, on the Illinois State Fairgrounds. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 801 E Sangamon Ave, Springfield IL 62702, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within one mile of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Chain of Rocks Motel (here, next to this marker); The Coliseum (here, next to this marker); Bel-Air Drive-In (here, next to this marker); Route 66 Experience

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(a few steps from this marker); Chain of Rocks Bridge (within shouting distance of this marker); Illinois - Where The Mother Road Begins! (within shouting distance of this marker); Oak Ridge Cemetery's Original Entrance (approx. one mile away); Reservoir Park and Lanphier High School (approx. 1.1 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Springfield.

Photographed By Jason Voigt, July 6, 2023

2. A. Lincoln Motel Marker

Marker is located at the permanent Route 66 Experience exhibition, on the Illinois State Fairgrounds. Sign was recreated by Ace Sign Company.

Credits. This page was last revised on January 2, 2024. It was originally submitted on July 12, 2023, by Jason Voigt of Glen Carbon, Illinois. This page has been viewed 480 times since then and 375 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on July 12, 2023, by Jason Voigt of Glen Carbon, Illinois.