ALPLM to Celebrate Juneteenth by Displaying Emancipation Proclamation

Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library & Museum 212 N 6th St, Springfield, IL, United States

SPRINGFIELD – A copy of the Emancipation Proclamation signed by Abraham Lincoln himself will go on display this month at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum as America celebrates two holidays dedicated to freedom: Juneteenth and Independence Day. The proclamation will be displayed at the ALPLM’s library building, where there is no charge for…

Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum to mark Lincoln’s birthday with free admission Feb. 10

Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library & Museum 212 N 6th St, Springfield, IL, United States

SPRINGFIELD – You are cordially invited to join the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum for a free day of fun Feb. 10 as we mark Lincoln’s birthday, honor his love of reading and celebrate the ALPLM earning national accreditation. Admission will be free all day, starting at 9 a.m., and then the museum will host…

Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum to Honor Martin Luther King’s Memory

Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library & Museum 212 N 6th St, Springfield, IL, United States

SPRINGFIELD – The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum will celebrate Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy on Monday, Jan. 15, by presenting his most famous speech and hosting a blood drive on the holiday that is often called a “national day of service.” Guests can also enjoy a performance by a string quartet. The highlight of…

ALPLM Gettysburg Address Special Exhibit & Historical Talk

Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library & Museum 212 N 6th St, Springfield, IL, United States

An original edition of the Gettysburg Address is going on display for 12 days -- from November 17 through 28 -- at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum, the only place in America where the public can regularly see Lincoln’s most famous speech written in his own hand. As part of our special display…