Don't miss Macomb, often referred to as "Unforgettable Forgottonia," nestled comfortably in the bucolic surroundings of west-central Illinois' Lamoine Valley. Ensconced at the center of McDonough County is the city of Macomb, serving as the county seat and Forgottonia's regional hub. Here you'll find, state parks, retail, higher education, recreation, agriculture, manufacturing, amusements, senior living and endless scenic landscapes. Plus, it's home to some amazing Lincoln history!
Macomb is proud to be the birthplace of Elizabeth “Lizzie” Magie, the inventive genius behind the beloved board game Monopoly. That’s why the beautiful historic downtown square has been transformed into “Macombopoly” - the World’s Largest Monopoly Board a free to the public game to play. Learn more about playing the game at: https://www.visitforgottonia.com/macombopoly/ Lizzie's father, James K. Magie, was a supporter of Abraham Lincoln. He was with Lincoln in his hotel room in the Randolph Hose when the “Freeport Question” was devised and persuaded Lincoln to have his famous ambrotype image taken that in now in the collection of the Library of Congress.
If you're considering a family trip, planning an event, or just looking for a perfect weekend getaway, we're the place to Relax, Explore & Enjoy. That's what makes Forgottonia unforgettable.
For more information:
The Macomb Area Convention and Visitors Bureau
120 E. Calhoun St.
Macomb, Illinois 61455
309-833-1315
https://www.visitforgottonia.com/
Location
Legend
8th Judicial Circuit
Courthouse
Friends of Lincoln
Good for Kids
Guided/Self-Guided Tours
Historic House
Historic Site
Lincoln-Douglas Debate
Museum
Passport Site
Recreational
Route 66
Top Destination
Underground Railroad
Visitor Information
Wayside Exhibit
Nearby Sites
Lincoln Photograph
1 Courthouse Square Macomb, Illinois 61455
Located in the Macomb Square on the very Courthouse lawn in which he spoke, the Looking For Lincoln Wayside Exhibit tells the story of then senate candidate Abraham Lincoln’s stays in Macomb. The story is one that illustrates a momentous discussion Lincoln had with Joseph Medill and James Magie at The Randolph House, and the significance it had on Lincoln‘s impending political career and his future in becoming President of the United States.
McDonough Courthouse
1 Courthouse Square Macomb, Illinois 61455
The historic McDonough County Courthouse is located in the McDonough County seat city of Macomb, in the U.S. state of Illinois.
McDonough County’s first courthouse was built of logs in 1831 and cost $69.50. It was located at the northeast corner of the square. The second courthouse was built in 1835 and stood on the same grounds as the current courthouse.
It was two stories and had a stone foundation, was made of brick with a cupola that sat in the center of the building.
The current courthouse was constructed in 1871. Noted governmental architect Elijah E. Myers designed the building in the Second Empire style and the courthouse is one of the few remaining buildings of its type in the county.
The building houses the County Clerk, Treasurer and State’s Attorney’s Office among others. The courthouse was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1972. In the late 1970s, the county rehabilitated the building to restore its original exterior.
Established in 1830, McDonough County is named for Commodore Thomas McDonough who led a successful battle againt the British on Lake Champlain in the War of 1812.