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Lincoln's New Salem presents Morgan horse show July 20

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[July 13, 2013]  PETERSBURG -- The Morgan horse, known as "America's first breed," will be showcased July 20 at Lincoln's New Salem State Historic Site near Petersburg. The event is free and open to the public.

The Mississippi Valley Morgan Horse Club will present demonstrations of the Morgan horse at 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. in the area south of Dr. John Allen's home. The program will begin with the story of Justin Morgan, the music teacher who owned the breed's foundation stallion, and feature the historic role of the Morgan in the Civil War and westward expansion, farm work and recreational activities of the young nation.

Also included will be demonstrations of modern uses of the Morgan horse, including trail riding, dressage, endurance, driving and society horse shows. There will be ongoing horse activities to observe between sessions, a large variety of free educational and promotional materials for all ages, and an opportunity to visit with club members and get up close to the beautiful Morgan horses.

The stores operated by the New Salem Lincoln League will be open during the event.

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Lincoln's New Salem State Historic Site, administered by the Illinois Historic Preservation Agency, is two miles south of Petersburg and 20 miles northwest of Springfield on Route 97. Tours are free, although a donation of $4 for adults, $2 for children or $10 per family is suggested.

[Text from file received from the Illinois Historic Preservation Agency]

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