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 These
events take place in Looking for Lincoln Communities and capture the
essence of the life and time of Abraham Lincoln by bringing history
to life in unique and exciting ways.
Looking for Lincoln newest signature event, Lincoln in the District
celebrates Quincy's Lincoln legacy during this unique festival on
the historic downtown square. Visitors enjoy living history
reenactments with Mr. Lincoln closest Quincy friends. They will
experience authentic rail splitting demonstrations, period crafts
and children's activities. Learn about Civil War medical practices
and field embalming processes or enjoy a horse drawn carriage ride.
The event will be held on Saturday, June 16, 2018 in downtown
Quincy.
The 2018 roster of Looking for Lincoln Signature Events also
includes:
History Comes Alive (June-August 2018)
This
summer-long living history program brings the historic Springfield
of Lincoln's day to life with period re-enactments, musical and
theatrical performances and more as Springfield's Lincoln historic
sites and downtown are transport you back to the city Lincoln loved.
Lincoln Days Civil War Reenactment at Lake
Pittsfield (June 2-3, 2018)
This
weekend event gives visitors a front row seat at a Civil War battle
and the life soldiers, officers, doctors and others who served on
the front lines.
Lincoln's Festival on Route 66 (July 20-22, 2018)
McLean
County celebrates its ties to Abraham Lincoln as well as Historic
U.S. Route 66 in this weekend event. Share in the stories, and in
the fun, at a variety of sites throughout the Bloomington-Normal
area- where history comes alive through period reenactments,
concerts, storytelling, theatrical performances, children's games
and crafts, a classic car show and much, much, more.
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Looking for Lincoln Area at the Illinois State Fair (August 10-19,
2018)
Each
year during the Illinois State Fair history comes to life on the
lawn of the Illinois Building. Visitors can build with Lincoln Logs,
watch period demonstrations such as blacksmithing or broom making
and enjoy period music.
To learn more about Looking for Lincoln Signature Events visit the
Looking for Lincoln website:
www.lookingfor
lincoln.com.
The Looking for Lincoln Heritage Coalition is the coordinating
entity for the 42 county Abraham Lincoln National Heritage Area
which is a partnership of organizations and individuals dedicated to
enhancing the communities and landscapes of central Illinois through
recognition and support of their significant natural, cultural and
historical legacies. Few individuals have so profoundly influenced
American history as did Abraham Lincoln. Millions around the world
are inspired by the story of Lincoln's rise from humble beginnings
to the presidency, his qualities of integrity and courage, and his
decisive leadership which carried a fragile nation through on of its
most trying periods.
For more information about the Looking for Lincoln Heritage
Coalition and the Abraham Lincoln National Heritage Area, go to
www.lookingforlincoln.com
[Sarah Watson] |
