The Lincoln Family Album
Four Generations of an American Family
View a sampling of photographs from the Lincolns' family album.
View a sampling of photographs from the Lincolns' family album.
View items that provide a glimpse of the Lincoln family in Springfield, Illinois.
View a selection of campaign items from the 1860 presidential election.
Learn about the election of 1864 by viewing a selection of campaign buttons, songs, letters, and other artifacts.
This exhibit analyzes the way Abraham Lincoln was depicted by supporters and detractors in political cartoons as well as how his legacy has been portrayed in more modern illustration.
View items in the Collection related to Lincoln's proclamation of emancipation on January 1, 1863.
Take a deeper look into the abolitionist movement. This exhibit features some of the most influential people and organizations whose fierce devotion ultimately led to the end of slavery in the United States.
This exhibit explores the role of distinct Generals during the course of the Civil War.
Explore the people, places, and events that led to Union victory in the Civil War
Learn more about the night Lincoln was assassinated.
See how the nation mourned Abraham Lincoln.
View items that relate to the life of Mary Todd Lincoln after the death of her husband on April 15, 1865.
Robert Lincoln was more than just the son of Abraham Lincoln and saw a great deal of success in his life. Learn about it here.
Explore four generations of the Lincoln family, from Mary Todd Lincoln to Peggy Lincoln Beckwith.
Explore the social events of the Lincoln presidency through pictures from inauguration ceremonies, Mary Lincoln's ball and other public receptions.
Explore the life of a Civil War soldier from Indiana through diary entries, photographs, ribbons, and other items from the John E. Wilkins Collection.
There were many influential women during the 19th century. View a sampling of their stories here.
Following the start of the Civil War, numerous German-Americans joined the side of the Union. They rallied for a Union victory and railed against slavery. This grouping dives into the stories of a few key German Immigrants.
View a sampling of the many forms in which Lincoln's Gettysburg Address has been reprinted.
View photographs of William Harlan, friend of Tad and brother-in-law of Robert Lincoln, from the Lincoln Family Album.
Discover the story of the "Booth" mummy that traveled the country through a selection of photographs and other documents.
This exhibit analyzes the way Abraham Lincoln was depicted in advertisements to sell anything from charcoal to shoes.