What landforms or natural resources contributed to the location of the Lincoln’s areas of settlement? What factors contributed to the relocation of the Lincoln family over different time periods? Objective Discover factors of why the Lincoln family moved and the landforms or natural resources that contributed to the location of the Lincoln’s areas of settlements. Background Background of Sinking Spring Farm - https://home.nps.gov/places/sinking-spring.htm Background of the park - https://home.nps.gov/places/park-brochure-abraham-lincoln-birthplace-nhp.htm - “Simple Beginning” section has great Duration: 90 Minutes.