If my name ever goes into history, it will be for this act, and my whole soul is in it.
— A. Lincoln, 1863Past Public Programs
2010 Public Programs
Deaf Appreciation Day
Our inaugural Deaf Appreciation Day, on June 5, 2010, offered special Cottage Tours that included ASL interpretation provided by Birnbaum Interpreting Services and were exclusively reserved for deaf and hearing-impaired visitors. The day was made possible through generous donations by the National Endowment for the Humanities and the National Trust for Historic Preservation.
Lincoln's Shakespeare
President Lincoln’s Cottage took a dramatic look at Lincoln’s Shakespeare with Michael Anderegg, Shakespeare in Film scholar and actress Audra Polk on June 3, 2010.
Remember Abe Scavenger Hunt/Quiz
The “Remember Abe” quiz, was a partnership of Ford’s Theatre and President Lincoln’s Cottage the week of Abraham Lincoln's Assassination. The winners have been announced and prizes awarded. Thanks to all those who participated!
2009 Public Programs
Take a Vacation in the Country, Right Here in DC!
President Lincoln's Cottage offered a "Buy One Get One Free" promotion to all DC residents for weekday tours in the month of August 2009.
Alaskan Children's Choir Concert in the Amphitheater
Date & Time: Friday, June 26, 2009, 10:00am (to last 20-30 minutes)
Admission: Free to the public
Location: Outdoor amphitheater behind the Robert H. Smith Visitor Education Center at President Lincoln's Cottage.
Additional Info: View details on our blog here.
Concert on the Lawn with Chris Vallillo
Date & Time: Friday, June 5, 2009,7:00pm
Admission: Free to the public
Location: Atrium of the Robert H. Smith Visitor Education Center at President Lincoln's Cottage.
Additional Info: View details on our blog here.
