The Cottage Courier: Spring 2013


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The Spring 2013 edition of The Cottage Courier is available now! Download the PDF HERE and read the latest news from President Lincoln’s Cottage.

Contents include:
-”President Lincoln and the Lieber Code,” an article by Burrus M. Carnahan
-An update on preservation projects at the Cottage
-Memorial Day 2013 events, including guided tours of the USSAH National Cemetery and picnic opportunities
-A recap on the second annual youth naturalization ceremony held in the Emancipation Room
-Information on birthday parties and site rental opportunities

The Cottage Courier: Winter 2013


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The Winter 2013 edition of The Cottage Courier is available now! Download the PDF HERE and read about the latest news from the Cottage.

Highlights include:

-The first article in a three part series looking at Lincoln’s affinity for reading and how it influenced him.

-The Unfinished Work, a video commemorating President Lincoln’s Cottage fifth anniversary of being open to the public.

-Upcoming events highlights, including a Black History Month program featuring Congressman James Clyburn and Cottage Conversations with Dr. James Oakes and Hon. Frank J. Williams.

-Jewelry and gifts made by survivors of slavery.

The Cottage Courier: Fall 2012


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The Fall 2012 edition of The Cottage Courier is available now! Download the PDF here and read about the latest news from the Cottage.

Highlights include:

-A behind the scenes look at Spielberg’s Lincoln, including: exclusive interviews with costume designer Joanna Johnston, film consultant Catherine Clinton, and President Lincoln’s Cottage Director Erin Mast; and the Cottage staff review of film.

-Upcoming events highlights, including: a Cottage Conversation with Louis Masur, an Emancipation Proclamation panel discussion, and ‘Freedom’s Eve,’ a New Year’s Eve celebration.

-Our limited edition 1863 ornament.

The Cottage Courier: Summer 2012


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Check out the Summer 2012 edition of The Cottage Courier for the latest from President Lincoln’s Cottage! Download the PDF here.

Highlights in this issue include:

-The Emancipation Proclamation at the Cottage
-Public programs, including the 2012-2013 Cottage Conversation schedule and our 1st Annual Family Day
-An article on Lincoln and the 1862 Sioux Trials
-Details on our new special event and site rental packages

 

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