Abraham Lincoln Birthplace Historic Resource Study

INTEGRITY OF HISTORIC RESOURCES

The properties eligible for the National Register of Historic Places under this context exhibit all aspects of integrity: location, design, setting, materials, workmanship, feeling, and association. Alterations made to the Memorial Building, including a new roof and HVAC systems, have had a minimal effect upon its historic design, materials, and workmanship. Similarly, the memorial steps, an integral part of the design, have been altered with the introduction of limestone benches and paved landings but retain much of their historic appearance. Although elements of Pope's landscape design remain, the areas surrounding the Memorial Building largely reflect the activity of the War Department from 1916 to 1933. However the memorial plaza, walkways, Sinking Spring, and other structures developed by the War Department do not diminish the ability of the Memorial Building to convey its historic significance.

CONTRIBUTING RESOURCES

Memorial Building and Steps (1909-1911)

Birthplace Cabin (1809-1911)

Figure 47: Memorial Building, 1987	Figure 48: Portico ceiling of Memorial Building, 1987
Figure 49: Interior wall and windows of Memorial Building, 1987	Figure 50: Rear of Memorial Building, 1987
Figure 51: Traditional Birthplace Cabin, 1987