To celebrate the bicentennial of Abraham Lincoln’s birth in 1809, the
Smithsonian Institution is presenting opportunities to explore the life and
times of the nation’s most mythic and transformative president. The Smithsonian’s
yearlong lineup of Lincoln-centric programs is part of an abundance of activities,
programs, and events being planned at the city, state, and federal level to
honor the Great Emancipator’s life. The Smithsonian Associates’ programs
include lectures by Lincoln scholars, a re-creation of Lincoln’s second
inaugural dinner, and several local tours of sites that played important roles
in the president’s life.
For more information about bicentennial exhibitions and other events
beyond those listed below, visit www.gosmithsonian.com/lincoln.
Mr. Lincoln at Harpers Ferry & Antietam - SOLD
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Sat.,
July 11, 8 a.m.
During one of his most important trips out of Washington during the
war, President Lincoln traveled to Harpers Ferry and Antietam to visit
the Army of the Potomac during the first week of October 1862. Many
of the sights of Lincoln’s time remain at both Antietam and
Harpers Ferry. You can see them and learn about them on this full-day
study tour with historian Ed Bearss.
Mr. Lincoln’s November 1863 Trip to Gettysburg - SOLD
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Sun.,
July 12, 8 a.m.
Invited to make a few remarks at the dedication of the Soldiers National
Cemetery, President Lincoln traveled to Gettysburg on Nov. 18, 1863. Although
he spent less than 24 hours in Gettysburg, this turned out to be one of
the most important trips he would make. In that short time he gave his
historic speech, the Gettysburg Address, consisting of fewer than 280
words and delivered in a little over 2 minutes.
Mr. Lincoln’s Civil and Political Washington - SOLD
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Sun.,
Aug. 2, 8 a.m.
For some 50 months, Washington, D.C., was Mr. Lincoln’s home.
Sites in the city intimately associated with the President and his
family abound, and seeing them adds to our appreciation for the man.
Join historian Ed Bearss on a closer look at Lincoln
through a full-day exploration of the city and its environs.
Booth's Escape Route
Fri., Sept. 4, 8 a.m. & Sun., Oct. 4, 8 a.m.
Fleeing Ford’s Theatre on the night of April 14, 1865, John Wilkes Booth traveled through Maryland into Virginia, where, a few days later, he was found, shot, and died of his wounds. During this day-long bus tour, Civil War authority Ed Bearss retraces Booth’s escape route and reveals the personalities and intrigues surrounding the assassination.
