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Lincoln Presidential Library releases oral history of high school sports in Illinois

Tuesday, October 3 by Jc Tinsley

The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library’s Oral History Program is proud to release a new collection of interviews telling the story of high school sports in Illinois through the words of students, coaches, referees, broadcasters and administrators.The project, “Sports Stories: IHSA,” features 54 interviews about... Read More.

Lincoln Presidential Library obtains collection of southern Illinois documents, including 1796 atlas

Tuesday, September 19 by Jc Tinsley

The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum has obtained an amazing trove of documents that trace one southern Illinois family’s history, from arriving in America to surviving fires and floods to suffering tragic losses in war.The centerpiece of the collection is a rare 1796... Read More.

RLC, Land of Lincoln Foundation partnering for free legal services

Friday, September 15 by Jc Tinsley

Coming in September, Rend Lake College and Land of Lincoln Legal Assistance Foundation will be partnering to assist individuals with legal barriers to employment. Attorneys from Land of Lincoln will provide on-site free legal services by appointment from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Friday,... Read More.

Voters honor Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum as a top Illinois attraction

Wednesday, September 13 by Jc Tinsley

Voters have once again delivered for Abraham Lincoln.The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum was selected as one of the top attractions in Illinois by voters in the USA Today 10Best Readers' Choice travel award contest.Coming in at No. 3, the ALPLM was the... Read More.

Lincoln Presidential Library sponsors student art contest for Illinois bicentennial

Friday, September 1 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois children can help kick off the state’s bicentennial celebration by using their imaginations and artistic skills in a contest sponsored by the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum.The theme of this year’s art contest is “Happy Birthday, Illinois.” Kids from kindergarten through high... Read More.

IECC Board Agenda – June 20, 2017 – 7:00 p.m. – Lincoln Trail College

Monday, June 19 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois Eastern Community Colleges Board Agenda June 20, 2017 7:00 p.m. Lincoln Trail College Cafeteria 1. Call to Order & Roll Call...................................................................................... Chairman Fischer 2. Disposition of Minutes................................................................................................. CEO Bruce 3. Recognition of Visitors and Guests....................................................................................... Bruce A. Visitors and Guests B. IECEA Representative4. Public Comment5. Reports A. Trustees B. Presidents C. ... Read More.

For Father’s Day, Lincoln Presidential Library displays furniture made by Abraham Lincoln’s father

Thursday, June 15 by Jc Tinsley

In honor of Father’s Day, the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum is displaying two rare pieces of furniture made by the 16th president’s father, Thomas Lincoln.The display begins on Friday, June 16, and ends on Monday, June 26. The furniture will be displayed... Read More.

Grande Levée returns to Vandalia Statehouse with food, music and President Lincoln June 16-17

Friday, June 9 by Jc Tinsley

The Grande Levée – a two-day party appropriate for the dignitaries a frontier state capital attracted during the 1830s – returns to the Vandalia Statehouse State Historic Site on June 16-17.The event includes appearances by President Lincoln (portrayed by Randy Duncan), bluegrass music, craft... Read More.

Lincoln Log Cabin helps children immerse themselves in Lincoln’s era

Friday, June 2 by Jc Tinsley

Children and young adults will be able to immerse themselves in frontier life and the world of Abraham Lincoln this summer thanks to three programs being offered by Lincoln Log Cabin State Historic Site.The Littlest Pioneer Day Camp is designed for children heading into... Read More.

Lincoln Log Cabin offers training sessions April 1-2 for potential volunteers

Thursday, March 23 by Jc Tinsley

Lincoln Log Cabin State Historic Site will explain the many ways volunteers bring history to life for visitors at training sessions April 1 and 2.Whether your interests are in living history, serving as a tour guide, working in the visitor center or gift... Read More.

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