Abraham Lincoln lived in New Salem, outside of Petersburg, for 6 years between 1831 and 1837. New Salem was a commercial village where its merchants and artisans bartered and sold goods and services to farmers in the area. New Salem was where Lincoln read about the law, owned the general store, was the postmaster, and befriended the villagers. This class explores the village, its residents, and Abraham Lincoln's time there during his formative years.

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