Title: Lincoln Douglas Square in Alton | Expedia.co.uk [Lincoln Douglas Square Hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Lincoln-Douglas-Square-Hotels.0-l553248635810300718-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Alton](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Alton.d6108.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Lincoln Douglas Square Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Lincoln-Douglas-Square.d553248635810300718.Car-Hire-Guide)[Alton Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Alton.d6108.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Lincoln Douglas Square ![Lincoln Douglas Square](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635810300718/f56c5871-f000-476f-a376-f5299b4c0758.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Lincoln Douglas Square](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635810300718/b4eaa14c-9516-44e6-92a5-d1342ec8ed25.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Lincoln Douglas Square](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635810300718/6abf26b7-39e8-4a3f-ac99-1e1e68e17846.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Lincoln Douglas Square](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635810300718/cc0f85ae-8363-41fa-9f2a-bde211946101.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Lincoln Douglas Square](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635810300718/49a58d15-b939-44b2-b7f3-4e543d6cecb5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Lincoln Douglas Square Activities [Alton travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Alton.dx6108) --- --- #### Stand in the presence of U.S. history, on the spot where Lincoln and Douglas debated as statesmen two years prior to a presidential race that changed everything. Lincoln-Douglas Square is a fascinating plaza named for a debate between its namesake statesmen that took place here in 1858\. The discussion between Abraham Lincoln and Stephen A. Douglas made national headlines and attracted a crowd of more than 6,000 people. Inspect the pensive visages of the men depicted in these two statues. Consider what themes the men were discussing back in the 19th century and how they might be relevant today. Lincoln’s representation has his hand on his chin, apparently in deep thought, while the statue of Douglas has his hand in the air and mouth open, hammering home an important point. Notice the pair of chairs behind these standing men. Lincoln’s iconic hat sits next to his chair. The statues stand on a platform, in front of a semi-circular red floor. Relax on one of the benches around the perimeter, providing views of the sculptures. Sit with a book in the shade of a tree and study the plaque that gives some background information on the debate. Lincoln was campaigning for the abolition of slavery and lost the Senate race, before beating Douglas to the presidency two years later. Spot the large Welcome to Alton sign in the background, above an image of the U.S. flag. Enjoy the picturesque views of the Mississippi River that lies beyond the sign. Bring food and drink for a picnic in the historic square and imagine how the debate would be similar or different if it took place here today. The park is open to the public for free at all times. The Lincoln-Douglas Square marks the city center of Alton. From Alton City Hall, walk southwest for two blocks to reach the plaza. Bus services also take passengers to a nearby stop. 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