Curious about what is going on in Indiana as the 150th anniversary of the Lincoln Funeral Train approaches? Here are the articles and press releases we received in January 2015:
- The New York Times covers anniversary plans at Ford’s Theatre, the re-created Funeral Train, and other historic anniversaries around the country and abroad. Read the article.
- South Bend, Indiana resident Marybeth Saunders provided antique chairs for the recreation of Lincoln’s funeral train car and finds catharsis in this Elkhart Truth article.
- The Richmond Palladium-Item provided a sneak peek at the activities planned for the Richmond commemoration in this article.
- Taltree Arboretum & Gardens announced a special President’s Day event on February 16, which will include a chance to preview its Lincoln Funeral Train Vignette.
- Dr. Brian Dirck will share research from his upcoming book, Abraham Lincoln in Indiana, in Noblesville on February 2 and Fishers on February 16.