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The Student on Horseback

Abraham Lincoln
Memorial Statue

A rare depiction of a young, clean-shaven Abraham Lincoln reading a book on horseback, celebrating his formative years as a self-taught lawyer.

1965
Dedicated
10 ft
Height
Bronze
Material
24/7
Public Access

A Rare Depiction

The Young Lawyer

Unlike most monuments that depict Lincoln as the bearded President, this sculpture captures him as a circuit-riding lawyer in Illinois.

Riding "Old Buck"

The Artist

Sculpted by Anna Hyatt Huntington, a world-renowned American artist celebrated for her dynamic equestrian works. She gifted the statue to Lincoln City shortly after its incorporation.

Symbolizing self-education & intellect.

Visiting the Monument

Location

Situated in a plaza at 2098 NE 22nd St, directly in front of the Driftwood Public Library.

Significance

One of the few statues in the U.S. to depict Lincoln without a beard, offering a glimpse into his formative years.

Access

The site is a free, wheelchair-accessible outdoor landmark. Open to the public 24/7.

Visit the Plaza

Pay tribute to education and history in the heart of Lincoln City, Oregon.

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