The Lincoln Highway was the first transcontinental road for automobiles in the United States, dedicated in 1913.
It winds its way over 3,000 miles between New York City and San Francisco.
The Lincoln Highway Association, originally created to promote the highway and good roads in general, is now dedicated to preserving and celebrating this important part of American history.
- Online map
- Browse every mile of the Lincoln Highway through our interactive map.
- Points of interest
- Discover the unique landscape and attractions along the Lincoln Highway.
- History
- Read about the colorful personalities and controversies behind the effort.
2022 Lincoln Highway Conference
June 20–24, 2022 · Joliet, IL
Joliet, Illinois welcomes you to the first in-person Lincoln Highway Conference in three years! Also explore the Dixie Highway and Route 66.
2022 Eastern Third Tour
June 12–20, 2022 · New York City to Joliet, IL
Join the first of three tours that follow the final 1928 alignment of the Lincoln Highway.
LHA Blog
Read more about both historic tidbits and the Lincoln Highway today.
Coast-to-Coast Travel Award
Have you driven the entire length of the Lincoln Highway? Let us know and be recognized.
Join or Support the Association
- Find out the benefits of becoming a member
- Pay online or by check
- Donate online
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Lincoln Highway Trading Post
Find official Lincoln Highway merchandise at the Trading Post. All purchases benefit the Association.
Resources and Links
More web sites on the Lincoln Highway
The Forum
The official journal of the Association
About the Association
Our mission and purpose
