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Third Annual Lincolniana Gala: A VIRTUAL Evening with Harold Holzer

Tuesday, October 13, 2020

The 3rd Annual Lincolniana Gala: A VIRTUAL Evening with Harold Holzer will benefit the campaign to secure a "permanent home" for theLincolniana collection. Holzer is a scholar of Abraham Lincoln and the political culture of the American Civil War Era. The evening will include the discussion of his latest book, The Presidents vs. the Press: The Endless Battle Between the White House and the Media- from the Founding Fathers to Fake News, as well as a VIP Virtual reception and other ticketed benefits. Autographed copies of his latest book will be available thru ticket sales only.

A Special Message from Harold Holzer:
“I am looking forward to "returning" to Springfield via Zoom to support the crucial work of the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library Foundation. For years, the ALPLF has supported Springfield’s greatest Lincoln institution, making it possible for visitors and scholars alike to learn from, and be inspired, by our greatest president. The difficult times through which all Americans are now living only re-enforce our reliance on the lessons of the past to inspire us into the future. Lincoln faced his own existential crisis, his own era’s threat to the fabric of American life, and made sure that we not only survived as a nation, but extended liberty and opportunity to those long denied equality. As I make my plans to visit Springfield, I am remembering the words Lincoln spoke on February 11, 1861, when he left Springfield: “Trusting in Him who can go with me, and remain with you, and be everywhere for good, let us confidentially hope that all will yet be well.” May Lincoln’s words usher us into a safe and secure future.”

This event is generously sponsored by INB

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Fabric of Friendship

Wednesday, Aug 11th at 7pm CST

Members are invited to join Pam Brown as Mary Lincoln and Kathryn Harris as Elizabeth Keckley as they perform a reading of Ken Bradbury's, "A Fabric of Friendship". This beautifully written one-act play looks at the dynamic friendship between Mary Lincoln and Elizabeth Keckley, Mary's seamstress and friend. Following the performance, both Brown and Harris will answer questions from the audience. Send in your questions to jstout@alplm.org.

Author Talk with Elizabeth R. Varon

Wednesday, Aug 19th at 7pm CST

Join Christian McWhirter, ALPLM Lincoln Historian, as he interviews Elizabeth Regine Varon, author of Armies of Deliverance.

Elizabeth R. Varon is a Professor of American History at the University of Virginia and received her Ph.D. from Yale. She also is a specialist in the Civil War era and 19th-century South. In addition, she has written five books and her most recent book, "Armies of Deliverance: A New History of the Civil War" was named one of the Wall Street Journal's Ten Best Nonfiction Books of 2019.

Loyal Americans marched off to war in 1861 not to conquer the South but to liberate it. So argues Elizabeth R. Varon in Armies of Deliverance, a sweeping narrative of the Civil War and a bold new interpretation of Union and Confederate war. Armies of Deliverance offers innovative insights on the conflict for those steeped in Civil War history and novices alike.

A Spooktacular Evening with Abe

This event will look a little different this year due to social distancing and COVID-19 safety precautions. Stay tuned for more information.

This is an event not to be missed! Costumes are welcome, games, crafts, snacks and live DJ music! This family event is FREE for our ALPLF members. If you are not a member the family price is $10/family. Check back for the date, time and registration process. If you have questions call 217-557-5589.