Lincoln Presidential Library

#AbrahamLincoln #AbeSays #Friendship Source: ow.ly/rTMR50ZmKZr

We celebrated Independence Day, welcomed a leader in Congress, offered free admission and more! What's coming up next at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum? Visit PresidentLincoln.Illinois.gov/events to find out!

#AbrahamLincoln offered this advice to his law partner, William Herndon, as he encouraged the younger man to get active in politics. #AbeSays Source: papersofabrahamlincoln.org/documents/D200…

#AbrahamLincoln assassination expert Dave Taylor recently joined us for two discussions about that dark moment in history. Here are some highlights from his discussion of what motivated John Wilkes Booth. Watch the full presentation at ow.ly/46As50ZmbkT

In the summer of 1864, #AbrahamLincoln talked with a friend about his chances of being elected to a second term. He was not optimistic. #AbeSays Source: archive.org/details/remini…

Rise up, Hamilton Fans! On Friday, July 17, the ALPLM will present the filmed version of "Hamilton," the musical story of immigrant founding father Alexander Hamilton. It's the story of America then, told by America now. Reserve your FREE seats at PresidentLincoln.Illinois.gov/events.

Thank you to Rep. James Clyburn for joining us last night to discuss his new book, "The First Eight," and to take in a performance of "Small Beginnings," our play about the amazing Robert Smalls. Thanks also to the audience for some great questions!

#AbrahamLincoln, urging a general to move his troops more quickly. #AbeSays #CivilWar Source: ow.ly/ehr250ZlJo0

#OnThisDay in 1865, four people were executed for conspiring with white supremacist John Wilkes Booth to kill #AbrahamLincoln, along with the secretary of state and the vice president. The ALPLM collection includes a piece of the rope used in the hangings.

Our busy, busy summer keeps rolling along! An important congressman/author is speaking, bands are performing and historic interpreters are appearing, plus we have some fun extras for the #Route66 centennial. Visit PresidentLincoln.Illinois.gov/events.

After victory at the Battle of Gettysburg, #AbrahamLincoln dearly hoped General George Meade would crush Robert E. Lee's forces and end the war. Meade's inability to accomplish this was a bitter disappointment to Lincoln. #AbeSays Source: ow.ly/MN7F50ZkVCN

Last week we were honored to welcome Ruth Rietveld, widow of Ronald Rietveld. She and her family came to see something her husband found long ago when exploring our collection -- the only known photo of #AbrahamLincoln in his coffin!

Thank you to everyone who helped us commemorate America's 250th birthday! We had a huge crowd -- about 2,400 visitors at the museum and roughly 500 at the park. We hope you had as much fun as we did.

#AbrahamLincoln #AbeSays #Education Source: ow.ly/5wS750ZkuIU

We're open today, with a full schedule of special events and activities to celebrate Independence Day. And admission is FREE so everyone can be part of the historical fun! Visit PresidentLincoln.Illinois.gov/events for the details.

Abraham Lincoln revered the Declaration of Independence and the lofty ideals it set for the young nation. Happy Independence Day! Source: ow.ly/IMnm50Zk9AM #AbrahamLincoln #AbeSays #Independence #IndependenceDay

This is the anniversary of #AbrahamLincoln signing a law letting states put statues of notable Americans in the U.S. Capitol. Do you know whose statues represent Illinois? Who would you like to see there? #ILhistory presidentlincoln.illinois.gov/Blog/Posts/121…

Our team has been hard at work installing a rare 21-star flag that represents #Illinois becoming the 21st state. It will be on display the rest of the year, but you can come see it for FREE on July 4 and enjoy all our special activities. Details at PresidentLincoln.Illinois.gov/events.

In an 1859 speech, #AbrahamLincoln spoke out against the idea that there must always be a poor underclass that could not and should not be educated. #AbeSays Source: ow.ly/7XyH50ZjGeG

Admission to the Lincoln Presidential Museum will be FREE on Saturday, America's 250th birthday! See a copy of the 13th amendment signed by #AbrahamLincoln. Take a picture at our Route 66 photo station. Then enjoy a free concert across the street. #America250 #IndependenceDay