Harris Appointed New Board Chair
Friday, November 8, 2024 1:32 PM
Kathryn Harris has been welcomed as the new Chair of the Looking for Lincoln Heritage Coalition, which is the coordinating entity for the Abraham Lincoln National Heritage Area.
New traveling exhibit: Journey to Freedom: Illinois’ Underground Railroad
Thursday, September 26, 2024 9:59 AM
Many Illinois communities and residents were part of the courageous effort to assist freedom seekers on the underground railroad in the state. A new traveling exhibit explores this history.
Unforgettable Lincoln Days Coming Up October 4 & 5
Tuesday, September 24, 2024 3:11 PM
Unforgettable Lincoln Days runs from 3:00-6:00pm on Friday, October 4, and from noon to 9:00pm on Saturday, October 5.
Lots of Lincoln Activities at the 2023 Illinois State Fair
Saturday, June 24, 2023 10:41 PM
Looking for Lincoln is proud to bring our 16th president to the Illinois State Fair again in 2023, along with other Lincoln-era activities on the lawn of the Illinois Building near the main gate.
Looking for Lincoln on NPR
Saturday, February 18, 2023 1:34 PM
NPR Illinois and Looking for Lincoln are joining forces all week long, Feb 20-24, 2023 to tell a handful of the lesser-known stories of early Illinois.
Bronzeville-Black Metropolis is Illinois' newst National Heritage Area
Tuesday, January 24, 2023 10:07 AM
Congratulations to Bronzeville-Black Metropolis for becoming Illinois’ newest National Heritage Area. Welcome to the NPS family!
New Philadelphia Becomes Part of the National Park Service
Tuesday, January 24, 2023 9:54 AM
Congratulations to the New Philadelphia historic site, on becoming a unit of the National Park Service! Welcome to the NPS family!
McClean Museum to dedicate new Lincoln Funeral Train Marker
Thursday, April 14, 2022 11:25 AM
Commemorating the 157th Anniversary of Abraham Lincoln’s Assassination, The McLean County Museum of History will dedicate a new “Looking for Lincoln” historical marker near the site of the old Bloomington Train Depot of the Chicago & Alton railroad.
Foundation Relaunches and Rebrands as the Lincoln Presidental Foundation
Thursday, March 10, 2022 9:21 PM
A nonprofit dedicated to the life, legacy and leadership of Abraham Lincoln takes on new national role
Lincoln Presidential Half Marathon, April 2, 2022
Tuesday, February 8, 2022 5:20 PM
It's less than two months until the unique Lincoln Presidential Half Marathon in President Lincoln's home town, on April 2, 2022, 7:30 am.
Mt Pulaski Celebrates Abe's Birthday!
Monday, January 31, 2022 8:36 PM
The Mount Pulaski Courthouse will host a birthday event for Lincoln on Saturday, Feb. 12 at 1:30 pm. The event will include music by Steve Staley and Abraham Lincoln's cake by Mary Todd will be served.
Great River Eagle Days
Thursday, January 13, 2022 1:15 PM
January is a great time for outdoor adventures in the Looking for Lincoln National Heritage Area, including opportunities for eagle watching along the Illinois River near Quincy, Illinois.
Discover Lincoln... and eagles!
Monday, January 10, 2022 1:11 PM
The Alton/Rivers & Routes area is a great place for outdoor adventures, with the added bonus of spying our national symbol, the bald eagle.
CANDLELIGHT CHRISTMAS IN CLAYVILLE
Thursday, December 9, 2021 12:22 PM
Join our partners at the Clayville Historic Site on December 11, 3 pm - 9 pm, for their Candlelight Christmas in Clayville, near Pleasant Plains, Illinois.
Voices and Votes Smithsonian Exhibit Comes to Jacksonville
Saturday, November 27, 2021 5:17 PM
The NEW Jacksonville Area Museum in downtown Jacksonville, Illinois is proud to welcome an exhibit from the Smithsonian thru December 22.
Celebrate Christmas Where Lincoln Walked
Saturday, November 27, 2021 12:12 PM
Starting November 27 thru December 22, 2021, the Old Capitol Holiday Walks will be every Wednesday from 4 pm - 7 pm, and Saturdays 10 am - 7 pm. Downtown Springfield Inc. presents a variety of special events each weekend throughout the holiday season.
‘Filled to the Brim’ Video Series Highlights Local History
Monday, November 1, 2021 3:17 PM
This new video series highlights historic sites and attractions within the Abraham Lincoln National Heritage Area. Each three- minute episode is told by local voices, and highlights a unique location in a nearby community.
Looking for Lincoln Honors Mary Truitt
Monday, October 25, 2021 4:10 PM
Looking for Lincoln has planted a tree on the lawn of the Vandalia State House State Historic Site to honor Mary Truitt for the years of service that she dedicated to Looking for Lincoln and the Abraham Lincoln National Heritage Area.
LaSalle Co. and Pontiac Scavenger Hunt
Tuesday, August 24, 2021 10:45 AM
Tour LaSalle and Livingston County’s most notable Lincoln sites and attractions, answer questions and snap photos for this family-friendly scavenger hunt. Complete challenges at all 15 sites you’ll earn a Challenge Coin!
State Police join Abraham Lincoln on the Big Slide
Tuesday, August 24, 2021 9:46 AM
On Sunday, August 15, five Illinois State Police troopers joined Abraham Lincoln as they hit the bright yellow slopes of the Illinois State Fair Giant Slide. The officers offered an excellent security detail as they proceeded down the iconic slide.