Journey 1

Explore Abraham Lincoln’s early life from his boyhood in a Kentucky cabin through his 1860 campaign for President of the United States.

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Journey 2

Abraham Lincoln achieved what many men only dreamed of when he won the presidency in 1860. But the country was in crisis—the Civil War would begin just weeks after his inauguration, and Lincoln would wrestle with the human toll of battle and of slavery. Family tragedy struck as well, with the death of son Willie in 1862. Cruel personal and political attacks that greeted the Lincolns when they arrived in Washington, D.C., gave way to an outpouring of grief following his assassination on April 14, 1865. Somber scenes of mourning give way to consideration of Lincoln’s powerful hold on Americans.

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Treasures Gallery

Examine up close a variety of artifacts from President Lincoln, his family, and the Civil War.

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The Illinois Gallery - Rotating Exhibit

Lincoln: A Life and Legacy that Defined a Nation

Run Dates: September 26, 2025 – April 26, 2026

This ALPLM-produced exhibit will serve as a companion to the forthcoming ALPLM-created book entitled “Lincoln: A Life and Legacy that Defined a Nation in 100 objects” published by Rizzoli – ALPLM will celebrate its 20th anniversary by providing an insightful approach to interpreting the 16th President and highlighting many of ALPLM’s most treasured artifacts.

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Citizen City (in development)

We are developing a unique children’s exhibit space which will be a wonderful immersive experience for our young patrons. Citizen City is a place where kids have fun while learning what it means to be a “good citizen.” Citizen City has neighborhoods, parks, city center and other dynamic spaces to get a “hands-on” experience for children and their families.

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West Corridor

ABRAHAM LINCOLN: Expressive Portraits 2020–2021 by Roz Dimon

Run Dates: October 2, 2025 – March 2, 2026

Georgia-born, New York-based artist Roz Dimon, a pioneer of new media and creator of the DIMONscape, merges traditional drawing with digital innovation to explore technology, spirit, and society. Her 12 digital pen portraits (2020–2021), inspired by Alexander Gardner’s 1863 Lincoln photograph, blend abstraction, text, and history. Reimagining Lincoln’s bow tie as a symbol of individuality and resilience, the series reflects on leadership, unity, and equality—linking past struggles to present strength and connection.

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