1. Creator/Author:
  2. Illinois State Register (9)

Lincoln Memorial Tablets in Springfield, Illinois: A History

Creator:
Illinois State Register, Henry B. Rankin
Location:
Illinois, Sangamon County, Springfield
Origin Date:
1921
Materials:
paper
Measurements:
overall: 20 in x 5 1/2 in
Item ID:
71.2009.081.2366
Holding Institution:
Lincoln Financial Foundation Collection, courtesy of the Indiana State Museum
Available for Viewing:
No
Category:
Fine Art

Description

This print was a supplement to the September 21, 1921, issue of the Illinois State Register. The article describes the purpose of the thirteen bronze Lincoln Memorial Tablets and lists the location and significance in Lincoln's life of each site in Springfield, Illinois. The article also includes the author's tribute to Lincoln as one who actually knew him. Same as item 71.2009.081.2364 and .2365. Part of the Lincoln Financial Foundation Collection, courtesy of the Indiana State Museum