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

Charles Arnold House

Photographed By Beverly Pfingsten, June 16, 2011

1. Charles Arnold House Marker

Inscription. This was the Arnold residence from 1850 to the 1870's. A political ally of Abraham Lincoln, Arnold was twice elected County Sheriff on the Whig ticket during the years he was Lincoln's neighbor.

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. In addition, it is included in the Former U.S. Presidents: #16 Abraham Lincoln, and the Illinois, Sprinfield - Lincoln Home National Historic Site series lists. A significant historical year for this entry is 1850.

Location. 39° 47.823′ N, 89° 38.702′ W. Marker is in Springfield, Illinois, in Sangamon County. Marker is at the intersection of 8th Street and Jackson Street on 8th Street. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Springfield IL 62701, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Lincoln's Home Becomes a Shrine (a few steps from this marker); Charles Corneau House (a few steps from this marker); a different marker also named Lincoln's Home Becomes a Shrine (a few steps from this marker); Julia Sprigg House (within shouting distance of this marker); Mary Lincoln's Circle of Friends (within shouting distance of this marker); Sarah Cook House (within shouting distance of this marker); "My Hand will Never be Given where my Heart is Not."

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(within shouting distance of this marker); A Place to Call Home (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Springfield.

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Photographed By Beverly Pfingsten, June 16, 2011

2. Charles Arnold House

Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on October 17, 2011, by Bill Pfingsten of Bel Air, Maryland. This page has been viewed 998 times since then and 12 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on October 17, 2011, by Bill Pfingsten of Bel Air, Maryland.