Museum Programs and Events

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The ALLM offers a variety of programs for the general public, school groups, area teachers, and special interest groups. Whether you are 0 or 99, the Museum has a program for you. Many programs focus on significant events in Lincoln's life. Some are award-winning, such as our annual October Civil War STEAM event. For additional information about annual or upcoming programs and events, contact us by calling Program/Education Coordinator Susan Parker at susan.parker@lmunet.edu.

Upcoming Events and Programs:

An Evening with Dr. Allen Guelzo - April 4, 2025

Join us Friday, April 4 at the Lincoln Memorial University-Duncan School of Law in Knoxville for a special evening with Dr. Allen C. Guelzo, one of the nation's top Abraham Lincoln and Civil War scholars.

Dr. Guelzo will headline the Dr. Robert L. Kincaid Lecture Series with a powerful talk on Lincoln, American culture, and the Civil War's ongoing legacy. This is a free event open to the public!

Want the full experience? Come early at 5 p.m. for a ticketed reception with live music, wine, and hors d’oeuvres in the third-floor atrium. The lecture begins at 6 p.m. in the LMU Law Courtroom.

This is a rare opportunity to hear from a nationally acclaimed historian whose work has shaped how we understand American history. Whether you're a student, educator, or just love great storytelling, you don’t want to miss it.

Reception: $20 | Lecture: Free Reserve your spot now: Tickets for Dr. Guelzo Event

Brought to you by the Abraham Lincoln Library and Museum in partnership with the East Tennessee Historical Society.

Tad's Tots - April 1, 2025

Tad's Tots is a free, monthly program for Children 0-Kindergarten age and their caregivers. This month's program includes the book, Honey: The Dog Who Saved Abe Lincoln, and children can make their very own dog puppet! The program begins at 10:00 a.m..

Annual Easter Egg Roll - April 12, 2025

Join us for our Annual Easter Egg Roll! The White House Easter Egg Roll is a cherished event that began in the late 1800s. We will have four separate age groups, and prizes will be awarded to the winners, through a generous donation from Hearthside Bank. Each child will receive a bag of Easter goodies! We will enjoy a visit from the Easter Bunny and other craft activities throughout the event. This event is FREE and open to the public. Activities will be available from noon-4:00 p.m., and the Egg Roll will begin at 1:00 p.m.

Mary Lincoln Strawberry Party - May 3, 2025

Strawberry parties were all the rage during the Lincoln's time in Springfield and Washington D.C. Join us for our Mary Lincoln Strawberry party at the LMU Springhouse behind the museum. There will be Abraham Lincoln's favorite cake recipe cupcakes, and strawberry theme food items, along with tea and traditional "High-Tea" foods such as finger sandwiches, scones, and various other foods.

This is a ticketed event, and tickets are $10 each. Please check back, tickets will be open soon.

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