Presidential library honored as event venue
Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum voted the nation’s top small-market venue

 

[December 27, 2018] 

SPRINGFIELD

The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum has been voted the nation’s best small-market venue for special events in the 2018 Unique Venues magazine “Best Of” awards.

The magazine says “opportunities are exponential” for meetings, receptions and other events at the ALPLM. It praised the ALPLM’s amenities and its convenient location between Chicago and St. Louis.

“We’re excited to get this recognition. People know the Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum is a special place to visit, but they may not realize it’s also a special place for a wedding reception, awards banquet or board meeting,” said Alan Lowe, the library and museum’s executive director.

The ALPLM was also a runner-up in the category “Best Venue for Small Gatherings.”

Unique Venues is dedicated to highlighting event venues beyond the usual suspects like hotels and conference centers. It features universities, museums, historic sites, stadiums and more. Award winners – which the magazine calls “the shining stars of our industry” – are chosen by readers and industry professionals.

“This is a terrific honor for our staff and volunteers,” said Britta Brackney, manager of facility rentals at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum. “We’re always trying to improve our services and offer the best possible experience for guests. It’s great to see our efforts recognized. We work each day to offer the best event and meeting experience to our clients and their guests.”

The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum is dedicated to telling the story of America’s 16th president through old-fashioned scholarship and modern technology. It also serves as the state historical library.

The library holds an unparalleled collection of Lincoln material, as well as some 12 million items pertaining to other aspects of Illinois history. The museum uses exhibits, eye-catching special effects and innovative story-telling to educate and inspire visitors from around the world.

Learn more at www.PresidentLincoln @illinois.gov

[Christopher Wills]