If my name ever goes into history, it will be for this act, and my whole soul is in it.

— A. Lincoln, 1863

Summer Programs & Offers

Learning from Lincoln

Abraham Lincoln found that his hat came in handy for more than covering his head! Come discover the mystery of Abe Lincoln’s hat in Learning from Lincoln, an interactive program at President Lincoln’s Cottage.

Offered 3 Days: June 29, July 27, and August 17

Time: 10:00am - 11:30am

Admission: $8 per child (ages 5-9 years old. Adults free with children) RESERVATIONS REQUIRED

Location: Robert H. Smith Visitor Education Center at President Lincoln's Cottage.

Additional Info: View the flyer here.

Buy Tickets(Select Jun 29, Jul 27 OR Aug 17. ETIX opens in a new window)

 

Military Free Admission all Summer!

By showing a valid military ID in the Visitors’ Center at President Lincoln’s Cottage, active duty military personnel will receive free admission (for one) to take a Signature Cottage Tour. This offer is good through Labor Day, September 6, 2010 and tickets are available daily on a first come first serve basis at the site. This offer is not available online. To reserve these special offer tickets call the Museum Store (202) 829-0436 x31231.

 

DC Resident Buy One Get One Free in August

When a regular $12 adult ticket is purchased, a second adult ticket will be given free of charge along with 10% off any purchase in the Museum Store that day.  This promotion is available at President Lincoln’s Cottage by showing a valid DC identification card or other proof of residence and is not available through online ticket purchases. The offer ends on August 31, 2010. To reserve these special offer tickets call the Museum Store (202) 829-0436 x31231.

 

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