Historic home of Robert Lincoln, only child of President and Mary Todd Lincoln to survive to adulthood. The estate has beautiful gardens, restored 1903 …See more
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Aug 17, 2024
We visited Hildene on a beautiful summer morning. It is a great way to spend a day in Vermont. There is a welcome center, the Summer House of Robert Todd Lincoln, a dairy farm, a Pullman Car, and lot… Full review by ShelSouthShore_MA
Aug 15, 2024
Very good historic house. Organ is not to be missed. Grounds and garden a big plus, with vehicles used to love people between spots. Admission for adult is $23. Full review by Erin R
Aug 12, 2024
Hildene, the summer home of Robert Lincoln, the son of our most famous president is more than an historic gem. Here, you will not only see their mansion, but a train car and farms that alone are wor… Full review by macman2
Is it necessary to take a guided tour or can you tour on your own? And should tickets be purchased in advance?
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you cab tour yourself however it is dramatically more impressive when you go with a house historian. They have so many stories that are not evident when looking at the house and they …
you cab tour yourself however it is dramatically more impressive when you go with a house historian. They have so many stories that are not evident when looking at the house and they can also answer questions on details of the house’s many interesting points.
Can I bring a service dog in a carrier to tour the gardens, only?
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In most places service dogs are permitted. However Emotional support animals are not allowed in most places. It is always best to call the place you are going to, to confirm!
I so appreciate your comment about the Abraham Lincoln focus. It's totally inappropriate and out-of-place. If the exhibit was dedicated to the relationship between Robert and his father, that would make sense, but not a specific focus on Abe.
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Hi! Hildene has dedicated a room in the home to Abraham Lincoln (in his role as President, not as Robert's father), and that is what I am referring to. Hildene was built in 1905, 40 …
Hi! Hildene has dedicated a room in the home to Abraham Lincoln (in his role as President, not as Robert's father), and that is what I am referring to. Hildene was built in 1905, 40 years after the President's death. Although I respect your opinion that since there is only 1% focus on Abraham Lincoln, it's okay because it's so little. I, on the other hand, believe it takes away from the meaning and purpose of keeping the history of Robert's Vermont summer home authentic. It's kind of like having a little statue of Robert next to his dad at the Lincoln Memorial. The late President's Memorial in DC is there to show his importance to our history and where we can go to honor him; Robert should shine in his own right, and Hildene is uniquely his, as were his accomplishments (irrespective of his father). Whatever the percentage of focus is, Hildene is a unique local historic treasure, and definitely worth visiting! In the spring the grounds come alive with beautiful gardens awakening from the cold winter. The Goat and Dene Farms are very busy welcoming kids, piglets and calves. The fresh scent from the Celebration of the Peonies fills the summer breeze. These beauties are among the many blooming flowers and flourishing plants to walk around and sit by. In autumn the trees are alive with yellow, orange and red leaves! And the winter holiday season is festively evident when Hildene is decked out as it would have been in 1912. So definitely visit and enjoy all Hildene has to offer!
Aug 15, 2024
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