Presidential library and museum for U.S. President Abraham Lincoln, located in Springfield, Illinois
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Author Mark Reinhart, the subject of an upcoming event at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum, joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss the long history of film and television portrayal of Lincoln. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This episode of our Missouri Voices podcast is a special feature, a recording of the virtual keynote program from our 2025 Signature Series. This program, titled “From History to Action: Presidential Libraries and the Future of Civic Engagement,” highlights the vital role Presidential Libraries play in fostering democracy and civic engagement. The conversation, featuring insights from several Presidential Library leaders, examines how former Presidents have defined and exemplified citizenry throughout history. Our conversation includes: Dr. Jay Barth, E.D. of the William J. Clinton Presidential Library and Museum in Little Rock, AR; Alex Burden, E.D. of the Truman Library Institute in Kansas City, MO, which is the nonprofit arm of the Truman Presidential Library and Museum, and Christina Shutt, Executive Director of the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum in Springfield Illinois. Leading our conversation is Dr. Lindsay Chervinsky. Executive Director of the George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon, VA.
Two artifacts from the period of slavery in the U.S.and the Civil War are going on display for the first time at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum in Springfield, Illinois. Among them are an 1819 "slave badge" that enslaved people were required to wear in Charleston, South Carolina, and a Civil War recruitment poster from 1863. The museum's executive director, Christina Schutt discusses the meaning behind both artifacts. And Reggie Guyton, writer and actor of the one-act play, “Small Beginnings,” shares his insights from Robert Small's dramatic story of escape and bravery.
Joe Crain is today's guest host as the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum director of public programs and community engagement welcomes the facility's chief of staff, Mark Mahoney, and Education Director Cindy Klenke and Education Coordinator Abby Bussey. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Director of Public Programs and Community Engagement Joe Crain is today's guest host with visitors including Springfield Mayor Misty Buscher and ALPLM Executive Director Christina Shutt. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
While many might think the Harlem Globetrotters hail from New York, their roots actually belong to Chicago's South Side. The team was founded by Jewish immigrant Abe Saperstein, a man whose incredible foresight led to a shake up in the world of sports and a legacy enshrined in the Basketball Hall of Fame. Matthew and Mark Jacob, brothers and authors of the book “Globetrotter: How Abe Saperstein Shook Up the World of Sports,” spoke to a crowd at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum in January about Saperstein and his instrumental role in basketball and baseball.
Kevin Semlow, Illinois Farm Bureau Executive Director of Governmental Affairs and Commodities provides his latest "Seven with Kevin" segment. We learn about composting with worms from Ken Johnson, University of Illinois Extension Horticulture Educator. Author Mark Jacob promotes his book on the Harlem Globetrotters and their Illinois origins. He will be making a presentation at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum next week. We meet new Peoria County Farm Bureau manager Charlie Hensley.
Joe Crain guest hosts today as former Springfield and St. Louis radio host Kevin McCarthy chats about his travel video series, and Lance Tawzer of the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum discusses a new exhibit.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
First Night Springfield is celebrating its 38th anniversary on New Year's Eve. The annual event is an alcohol-free event, providing family-friendly fun with craft activities, music, comedy and more. Executive Director Bella Szabo spoke to Community Voices about the event and what visitors can expect at the four venues in downtown Springfield hosting First Night including the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum, The Hoogland Center for the Arts, The Dana-Thomas House and Union Square Park. For a list of all the activities and ticket information visit: springfieldartsco.org/first-night
Christina Shutt, executive director of the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum, joined Spingfield's Morning News to discuss the final days of the display of a handwritten copy of the Gettysburg Address and whether Lincoln liked Christmas.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Illinois Farm Bureau Associate Director of Transportation and Infrastructure Rodney Knittel shares some information on United Carriers Registration (UCR).Illinois Farm Bureau Consumer Engagement Manager Gracie Pierson discusses some consumer enegagement opportunities coming up in Chicago starting this weekend. We discuss an original edition Gettysburg Address on display starting Friday at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum with the museum's Chris Wills. We learn about ESS Ag from the firm's Brian Ehrich.
Christina Shutt, Executive Director, Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum, joins John Williams to talk about the new exhibition “Freedom in Form: Richard Hunt.” Director Shutt tells John about their mission at the library, why telling the story of Illinois is so important, the goal to make history relevant to the modern day public, what […]
Christina Shutt, Executive Director, Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum, joins John Williams to talk about the new exhibition “Freedom in Form: Richard Hunt.” Director Shutt tells John about their mission at the library, why telling the story of Illinois is so important, the goal to make history relevant to the modern day public, what […]
Christina Shutt, Executive Director, Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum, joins John Williams to talk about the new exhibition “Freedom in Form: Richard Hunt.” Director Shutt tells John about their mission at the library, why telling the story of Illinois is so important, the goal to make history relevant to the modern day public, what […]
The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum provides a number of ways for community members to be involved including their volunteer program. Director of Volunteer Services Jeremy Carrell and Volunteer Services Manager Melissa Blankestyn spoke to Community Voices about the importance of volunteers at the museum, their responsibilities, and their new VolunTEENS program which piloted this summer. They also talk about the training sessions the museum will be offering for new volunteers this fall.
Independance Day show features Joe Crain from Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum. We learn about Rockford attracting the IRONMAN 70.3 IN 2025 THROUGH 2027.We visit with Waylon Paulek from the Taylorville FFA chapter.
Route 66, also called the Mother Road, weaves 2,400 miles with gusty winds on open-fields, scorching deserts covered in lava beds, and ends on pier lined with palm trees as tall as skyscrapers. To embark on the ultimate Route 66 road trip, we start in Illinois where the road begins. Along the way, we test our reflexes at Arcadia: America's Playable Arcade Museum, take some photos of the World's Largest Railsplitter Covered Wagon in Lincoln, IL, and stroll through the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum.
Joe Crain is the guest host as Sam celebrates his 55th wedding anniversary, and he welcomes Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Exhibits Director Lance Tawzer after Tom calls with a cicada update.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Lance Tawzer is the Director of Exhibits and Shows at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum. His love of music led to his start in Material Issue then The Lupins, to museums, and now to Petersburg and the ALPLM where he brought it all together for the highly attended State of Sound exhibit.
The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum takes over the show as Joe Crain, Christina Shutt and Mark Mahoney serve as guest hosts, welcoming new Downtown Springfield Inc. Executive Director Carlos Ortega. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum's Joe Crain, Christina Shutt and Mark Mahoney take over the show as Sam continues his break, and new director of the Springfield Area Arts Council, Bella Szabo, previews upcoming events.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
“That is why I think he's probably the greatest President, given what he has to deal with and how he handles it over that four year period.” On this Presidents' Day, Dr. Daniel Worthington discusses the challenges and responsibilities Abraham Lincoln faced as President, and lessons we can learn from his leadership. Dr. Worthington is Director of The Papers of Abraham Lincoln at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum. #NAFWB #BetterTogether #PresidentsDay #Lincoln #Leadership
The fifth copy of the Gettysburg Address is on display at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum in Springfield.
Ryan previews the 25th annual Conference on Illinois History this week at Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum, and discusses the immediate effect of the groundbreaking for the Scheels Sports Park at Legacy Pointe. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Lincoln historian Christian McWhirter from the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum discusses a plat and survey that Lincoln signed and filed on Sept. 30 of 1834 for the town of New Boston. Devin Hammer of Bayer Crop Sciences talks Short Stature Corn. Montgomery County Farm Bureau Manager Katie Wilson hosts her manager-to-manager segment with Woodford County Farm Bureau Manager Malena Cook.
The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum in Springfield, Illinois, has some 13 million items in its collection. Now, 100 of them are featured in an online gallery of 3D images that can be enlarged, turned upside down or spun around. Museum director Christina Shutt explains the 3D imaging project and talks about the history of some of the artifacts.
Jim Leach talks with Sarah Waggoner, Tourism Manager for Visit Springfield about upcoming New Year festivities, as well events coming to the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library & Museum, and updated hours to the city's visitors center. Learn more: https://visitspringfieldillinois.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Last Best Hope?: Understanding America from the Outside In
The speech that triggered the Civil War? In a speech in the State Capitol building in Springfield, Illinois, in 1858, Abraham Lincoln warned that a "house divided against itself cannot stand" and that the nation, like a house divided, could not remain "half slave and half free" but would have to become all one thing or all the other. The crisis had arrived; the choice was between complete freedom and complete slavery. Why did Lincoln say this, and what were the consequences? Adam travels to Springfield to find out. Featuring Professor Graham Peck, Distinguished Professor of Lincoln Studies at the University of Illinois, Springfield, and Christian McWhirter, Lincoln Historian at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
John Lupton, Director of the Illinois Supreme Court Historic Preservation Commission, about History on Trial: Chicago Black Sox coming Tuesday, Oct. 25 at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library & Museum's Union Theater
The North Grand Avenue headquarters of Primo Designs is the site of the show as White Sox as Fox Sports play-by-play voice Jason Benetti previews his Tuesday visit to the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum, followed by a chat with Primo Designs' Josh Gordon and Len Naumovich. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jason discusses his life with cerebral palsy and previews his Tuesday appearance at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Amanda Riggenbach, the project manager of the Tumultuous 2020 project at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum, spent a year documenting COVID-19 in Illinois.
Amanda Riggenbach, the Tumultuous 2020 Project Manager for the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum, joins The Greg and Dan Show to discuss the oral history project that centralizes around the lives of Illinoisans and how they handled and were impacted in 2020. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In April 1865, U.S. President Abraham Lincoln was assassinated by John Wilkes Booth in Washington D.C. The body of the fallen President endured a series of morbid misadventures before being finally laid to rest in 1901. This is the true story of Lincoln's body. Sources: https://mydaguerreotypeboyfriend.tumblr.com/search/powell (My Daguerreotype Boyfriend, Lewis Powell) https://goo.gl/maps/3bbNysFxdNv4UjKo6 (Wok & Roll Restaurant (Mary Surratt's Boarding House) ) https://www.medicalmuseum.mil/index.cfm?p=media.news.article.2015.03262015 (National Museum of Health and Medicine (NMHM): Medical Care During President Lincoln's Final Hours Commemorated in New Exhibit) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PT-cg6gBi8E&ab_channel=M%C3%BCtterMuseumoftheCollegeofPhysiciansofPhiladelphia (Mütter Minute: John Wilkes Booth (Mütter Museum)) https://www.discoveryplus.com/show/the-lost-lincoln-photo-us (The Lost Lincoln Photo Documentary - Discovery Plus) https://www.chicagohistory.org/the-last-hours-of-abraham-lincoln/ (The Last Hours of Abraham Lincoln - Chicago History Museum) https://www.thehenryford.org/explore/inside/lincoln-rocker/ (Lincoln Rocker - Curating & Preserving - The Henry Ford Museum) https://www.fords.org/ (Ford's Theatre) https://www.nps.gov/liho/index.htm (Lincoln Home National Historic Site (U.S. National Park Service)) https://presidentlincoln.illinois.gov/ (Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JLE45-7jCUU&ab_channel=IllinoisDNR (Lincoln's Tomb Virtual Tour) https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/morning-mix/wp/2015/04/17/the-grand-yet-ghoulish-odyssey-of-abraham-lincolns-corpse/ (Lincoln's corpse and its grand yet ghoulish odyssey - Washington Post) https://www.smithsonianmag.com/science-nature/how-lincolns-embrace-embalming-birthed-american-funeral-industry-180967038/#:~:text=Upon%20the%20death%20of%20Lincoln%27s,resting%20place%20in%20Springfield%2C%20Illinois. (When You Die, You'll Probably Be Embalmed. Thank Abraham Lincoln For That - Smithsonian Mag) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BmVjAMm1ryA (The Ballad of Booth (from "Assassins") - Patrick Cassidy & Victor Garber) https://whitmanarchive.org/published/LG/1891/poems/196 (This Dust Was Once The Man - Walt Whitman) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xf1-NEcIljs&ab_channel=CBSSundayMorning (Abraham Lincoln's Long Goodbye - CBS Sunday Morning) https://www.aoc.gov/what-we-do/programs-ceremonies/lying-in-state-honor/lincoln-catafalque (The Lincoln Catafalque | Architect of the Capitol) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1qjtugr2618&ab_channel=VishakhT.V. (Daniel Day Lewis - Lincoln (2012) Excerpt) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i-g7Q-UkHPo&ab_channel=jbefumo (Raymond Massey - Abe Lincoln in Illinois (1940) excerpt) https://www.google.com/books/edition/Lincoln_s_Body/ilT5oAEACAAJ?hl=en (Lincoln's Body: A Cultural History - Richard Wightman Fox ) https://www.newsleader.com/story/news/2021/03/08/new-dna-study-melungeons-attempts-separate-truth-fiction/4611383001/ (New DNA study on Melungeons Attempts to Separate Truth from Fiction - Newsleader.com) https://journals.lww.com/clindysmorphol/Abstract/2012/07000/Abraham_Lincoln_s_marfanoid_mother__the_earliest.4.aspx (Abraham Lincoln's Marfanoid Mother: Clinical Dysmorphology) https://www.google.com/books/edition/Lincoln_in_the_Bardo/xRVHDwAAQBAJ?hl=en&gbpv=0 (Lincoln in the Bardo: A Novel - George Saunders ) https://www.google.com/books/edition/Stealing_Lincoln_s_Body/bmDtSJg3a_QC?hl=en&gbpv=0 (Stealing Lincoln's Body - Thomas J. Craughwell) https://www.google.com/books/edition/Team_of_Rivals/eAn3uMAG9VcC?hl=en (Team of Rivals: The Political Genius of Abraham Lincoln - Doris Kearns Goodwin ) https://www.google.com/books/edition/Manhunt/bL9gfMSIN9kC?hl=en&gbpv=0 (Manhunt: The 12-Day Chase to Catch Lincoln's Killer - James L. Swanson ) https://books.google.com/books/about/Inside_Lincoln_s_White_House.html?id=kBQf9_15jkMC (Inside Lincoln's White House: The...
Pledges continue to come in for the annual Sparc Radiothon as Sam chats with Sparc clients Von (who plays guitar and likes Elvis) and Brandon (a page in the Illinois House and volunteer at Springfield Memorial Hospital and Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Crain's contributor Steve Johnson talks with host Amy Guth about Springfield's Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum. After many years of issues, the foundation that supports the institution has split off with a new focus. Plus: AbbVie braces for copycats of its longtime blockbuster Humira; after the Amita Health split, the former partners start rebranding; Napleton Auto fined millions in racial discrimination case; and congress seeks Amazon's labor-practice records after tornado that killed six employees.
Christina M. Shutt, Executive Director of the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum, discusses how she uses her library skills and experiences in running a Presidential library.
In this episode Kathryn Harris speaks about how she became a librarian and how that decision culminated in her position as Library Services Director at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum in Springfield, IL. Ms. Harris is known for her portrayal of Harriet Tubman and other historical figures. Through her portrayals she brings history to life for children and adults throughout the years.
Women, Philanthropy, Recipes, and Social Progress: A Reexamination of Primary Resources These presentations were made at the Illinois History Conference at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum in October, 2021. Since this is ongoing research, there will be additional information learned after this event. “The Mary Ethel Crofton Cookbook,” circa 1895 and earlier, Nicole Stocker, Museum Educator, Lake County Forest Preserves, Bess Bower Dunn Museum “Politics, Gender, and the Local Woman's Club Records,” Nancy Webster, Archivist, Highland Park Historical Society “Comparison and Contrast of The Ossoli Club community Cook Book, circa 1911, and Highland Park Woman's Club Cook Book, circa 1925” Catherine Lambrecht, Chicago Foodways Roundtable, Greater Midwest Foodways, and Highland Park Historical Society Recorded on January 13, 2022 via Zoom. http://www.culinaryhistorians.org https://www.lcfpd.org/museum/ (Dunn Museum) http://www.HighlandParkHistory.com
The life of Abraham Lincoln has played a key role in multiple attractions at both Disneyland and Walt Disney World. His connection goes back to the original Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln at the 1964-65 New York World's Fair. It seems fitting that a museum exploring Lincoln's background would feel like a theme park attraction.… Read more... The post 157. Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library & Museum Trip Report appeared first on Tomorrow Society.
It's Friday with Hancock and Kelley! Linda Hunt-Buckley joins Hancock and Kelley to share what inspired her and her sister to decorate a Christmas tree near Droughty Ferry on the north side of I-270. Kevin Killeen joins to discuss the office holiday party as well as how holidays downtown have changed over the years. Later, Joe Crain, Director of Public Programs for the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum, joins to discuss an exhibit, The State of Sound: A World of Music from Illinois, which is open until January 23rd, 2022. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On November 19, 1863, our 16th U.S. President, Abraham Lincoln, delivered what would go down in the annals of American History as its greatest speech.In todays MOJO Minute, lets journey together in this brief history lesson to learn about The Gettysburg Address.In addition, we read from a new U.S. History book, Wilfred McClays, Land of Hope: An invitation to the Great American StoryKey Points from the Episode:Why was the speech important?What was Lincoln's aim with the speech?Most importantly, have we lived up to Lincoln's request?Other resources:I would highly recommend visiting the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum in Springfield, IL to increase your appreciation of our 16th President. My visit was fascinating!Want to leave a review? Click here, and if we earned a five-star review from you **high five and knuckle bumps**, we appreciate it greatly, thank you so much!Because we care what you think about what we think and our website, please email David@teammojoacademy.com, or if you want to leave us a quick FREE, painless voicemail, we would appreciate that as well.Also, we love to hear book recommendations and other nuggets of wisdom that you care to share.powered by https://www.teammojoacademy.comBe sure to check out our very affordable Academy Review membership program at http:www.teammojoacademy.com/support
I recently spent a couple of days in Springfield at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum. I highly recommend you go soon! This is part 1 of my 2 part special edition of LIVE FROM MY OFFICE.SHOW NOTESA unique week and a unique way to give. Do you have...or possibly have...something tied to the history of Lincoln? Learn more here!Learn more about LincolnLearn more about the State of Sound in the Lincoln Museum. Through January 23, 2022!Visit Springfield today!Learn more about Pat Brady and the Lincoln Forum.Subscribe to Live From My Office on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.Follow Steve on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn.Win an ABT gift card by emailing me three of your friends emails who you think would like the show, and include your mailing address in the email. Check out the details here.Email the show with any questions, comments, or plugs for your favorite charity.
Phil has directed and performed in several Muni shows. Phil made his Muni debut as Oscar Lindquist in Sweet Charity in 1978. Soon after that show, Phil moved to New York and worked in the theatre industry for several years before moving back to central Illinois in the mid-1990s. Phil made his Muni directorial debut with Gypsy in 1995. Phil also directed Peter Pan twice, in 2001 and 2007 and Big River in 2004. He also was Mr. Brownlow in Oliver! in 2009. Phil recently retired as the theatre director at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum. Want to get involved in this project? Email history@themuni.org.
State Senator Doris Turner of the 48th Senate District speaks with Director Scott Dahl of the Springfield Convention & Visitor Bureau, President Gina Lathan of Route History and Executive Director Teri Hammel of Decatur Tourism about regional tourism and opportunities for children and families.Thanks to the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum for providing the audio for this episode.
On this episode of Big Blend Radio's Way Back When history show, travel writer Debbie Stone shares her experiences visiting historic Abraham Lincoln sites and attractions in Springfield, Illinois, including the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum, Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library, Lincoln Home National Historic Site, Lincoln Depot, plus, the Illinois State Capitol building. Read her story here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/springfield-is-abemazing/
The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library Foundation assists the educational and cultural initiative of the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum. The Foundation nurtures the Lincoln scholarship through documents that relate to Lincoln in his time period. They also advocate history through exhibits, conferences, publications, online services, and other activities that help promote historical literacy. Learn more by visiting www.alplf.org.
Today, we discuss the life and writings of Abraham Lincoln with our guests Carolyn Curiel, former U.S. Ambassador and Senior Speechwriter for Bill Clinton; and Dr. Christian McWhirter, Lincoln Historian at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum. If you are interested in reading Lincoln more and exploring his writing more in depth, the Papers [...]
Today, we discuss the life and writings of Abraham Lincoln with our guests Carolyn Curiel, former U.S. Ambassador and Senior Speechwriter for Bill Clinton; and Dr. Christian McWhirter, Lincoln Historian at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum. If you are interested in reading Lincoln more and exploring his writing more in depth, the Papers [...]
Reggie was set to direct the Muni's Ragtime this summer when the pandemic caused almost all live theatre to pause. Now he is involved with both Hoogland's Songs for a New World and STC's The Spirit of Lincoln as well as his continued work at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.