When strolling through the historic neighborhood surrounding
Abraham Lincoln's home, visitors will often observe Eastern
Cottontails (Sylvilagus floridanus), Fox Squirrels (Sciurus
niger), and Eastern Chipmunks (Tamias striatus). Occasional
sightings have included White-tailed Deer (Odocoileus
virginianus) and Virginia Oppossum (Didelphis virginiana).
Several species of mice inhabit the park today and become
occasional visitors inside the homes. The remains of three mice
were found in the kitchen wall of the Lincoln Home during the
1987 restoration project. Did You Know? Lincoln Home National
Historic Site in Springfield, Illinois preserves, protects, and
interprets for current and future generations the only home
Abraham Lincoln ever owned. Lincoln Home National Historic Site,
Illinois