You are cordially invited to join the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum for a free day of fun on Saturday, February 10, as we mark Lincoln’s birthday, honor his love of reading, and celebrate the ALPLM earning national accreditation.
Only about 3.2 percent of museums are accredited by the American Alliance of Museums. Qualifying involves months or even years of internal preparation and then evaluation by the alliance. The ALPLM was among the few museums to receive accreditation on its first try.
To celebrate, there will be a short ceremony at 2:00 p.m., followed by air cannons firing volleys of streamers in the museum plaza. Everyone is invited to enjoy a piece of cake afterward. The event is made possible by generous support from Springfield Alderwoman Lakeisha Purchase and the ALPLM Board of Trustees.
And, if you have children or grandchildren, come early for Lincolns4Lincoln Literacy Jam from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. This special event, in collaboration with Lincoln Library, Springfield’s Public Library, will include special guests to read stories, and offer music and activities for kids. Best of all, the Literacy Jam will help put books into the hands of children mentored by Compass for Kids, the afterschool program for at-need students in Springfield’s District 186 schools. More information about how to help can be found HERE.
The ALPLM offers free admission in honor of Lincoln’s birthday because everyone, regardless of income, should get the opportunity to learn about Lincoln and his impact on America. This year, there will actually be two free days – Saturday, Feb. 10, and then on Monday, Feb. 12, his actual birth date.