On May 18, 2011 President Lincoln’s Cottage will host the Heritage Voices of the Washington Revels in a public program titled “Voices of the Civil War.”
A special visit from President Abraham Lincoln and his secretary, John Nicolay, highlights a program of American folk songs, spirituals, patriotic music, and readings from the Civil War period.
This is an evening that is great for all ages! Bring a blanket and picnic and enjoy this special program on the south lawn of the Cottage.
The event begins at 6:00pm. Admission is FREE but reservations are strongly recommended. Email [email protected] or call (202) 829-0436 x31228 to make a reservation.
Lawn chairs are permitted, alcohol is prohibited. The rain location will be in Stanley Chapel (adjacent to the Cottage). No food or drink is allowed in this location.
Categories:Archive, Public Programs
Tags:Abraham Lincoln, Civil War, Civil War Sesquicentennial, John Nicolay, President Lincoln, President Lincoln's Cottage, Voices of the Civil War, Washington D.C., Washington Revels
