1. Museum Entrance Welcome to the Lincoln Museum Family and Childhood
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2. Room 2 Presidency Civil War Emancipation Proclamation
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Lincoln/Douglas Debates
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Civil War
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3. Room 3 Lincoln’s Legacy Lincoln Museum Lincoln Monument New Salem
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4. Lincoln’s Assassination
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John Wilkes Booth
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5. Family and Childhood Return to Room
Thomas Lincoln and Nancy Hanks Lincoln had Abraham Lincoln, in Hardin County Kentucky, February 12th, Abrahams name came from his paternal grandfather and he doesn’t have a middle name. His father was an uneducated farmer, but was very respected by his peers and bought his own land. He has an older sister Sarah who was born in 1807 and younger brother Thomas. Abraham Lincoln had a rough childhood growing up, due to all the deaths in his family and moving to several times. (Kentucky, Indiana, to Illinois) When he got to Illinois he helped build a new cabin and cleared land and planted crops. He didn’t have much education except a little more than 18 months of itinerant teachers. This didn’t stop him from learning, he was always reading books, and later then attended Law school.
Nancy Hanks Lincoln. (n.d.). Retrieved November 2, 2014, from
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6. New Salem
In 1831, Abraham moved to New Salem. He had multiple jobs such as helping man the flatboat, store clerk. Here is where he got his nickname of “Honest Abe.” He grew a relationship with Anne Rutledge, but she passed away and married Mary Todd.
United States. National Park Service. (2014, October 31). Lincoln's New Salem Retrieved November 2, 2014, from
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Abraham got married to Mary Todd and they have been together for twenty-two years, but it was a rough one. They both came from different backgrounds, she came from luxury as well as educated and he came from poverty, hardship and little schooling. They also have terrible arguments, Mary would scream and throw objects at him, but Abe would just walk away. He did have his temperaments too. Both of them struggled with depression, and couldn’t get over the grief and lack of communication during their marriage.
Mary Todd Lincoln Biography. (n.d.). Retrieved November 2, 2014, from
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8. Kids
Mary and Abe had four children. Their first son Robert was born August 1st, Their second son Edward Baker Lincoln was born March 10th, Their fourth son William Wallace was born December 21, Their last son was born on Tomas (Tad) born April 4th 1853.
What ever happened to Abe Lincoln's children and grandchildren? (n.d.). Retrieved November 2, 2014, from
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9. Civil War campaigns of 1864 [Map]. (1864). New York: Julius Bien lith.
Timeline of events
November 6, 1860 Lincoln is elected as President
December 20, 1860 South Carolina Secedes from the Union. Within the next two months Mississippi, Florida, Alabama, Georgia, Louisiana, and Texas all secede.
March 4, 1861 Lincoln is sworn in as 16th President of the United States.
April 12, 1861 Confederates open fire in South Carolina. The Civil War Begins
July 21, 1861 First Bull Run. Union Army Suffers defeat
August 29/30, 1862 Second Battle of Bull Run Union Army defeated again by confederates
September 17, 1862 Antietam is known as the bloodiest day in U.S. military history. Confederate armies are stopped by union forces.
September 22, 1862 Preliminary Emancipation Proclamation is issued
January 1, 1863 Final Emancipation Proclamation issued
July 1-3, 1863 Tide of War changes with the Battle of Gettsburg with the Confederate defeat
September 2, 1864 Atlanta is captured. This victory helps Lincolns bid for re-election
November 8, 1864 Lincoln is re-elected with 55 percent of popular votes
January 31, 1865 U.S. congress approves 13th amendment to abolish slavery. The amendment is then submitted for ratification
February 3, 1865 A peace conference is held between Lincoln and Confederate VP. Meeting ends in failure and war continues
April 9, 1865 Gen. Lee surrenders his confederate army to Gen. Ulysses S. Grant at the Village of Appomattox Court House.
April 14, :13pm Lincoln is shot in the head in the Ford Theatre
April 15, 1865 President Lincoln dies at 7:22am
April 18, 1865 Confederate Surrender in North Carolina
May 1865 The rest of confederate forces surrender. Over 620,000 Americans died in the war with 50,000 survivors returning home
December 6, 1865 Thirteenth Amendment to the Constitution is passed and finally ratified. Slavery is abolished.
Civil War campaigns of 1864 [Map]. (1864). New York: Julius Bien lith.
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10. Lincoln/Douglas Debates
The debates between Abraham Lincoln and Stephen Douglas are widely known for being heated in the arguments over slavery. They are also referred to as the “Great Debates. These debates ran from August 21st until October During the course of the seven debates Douglas advocated from Popular sovereignty, which allowed for individuals to permit or prohibit slavery. These debates were in regards for gaining their senate seat. In the end Douglas was re-elected by the legislature despite Lincoln winning the popular vote. The widespread publicity of the debates raised Lincolns’ profile allowing him to be nominated for the presidential election in 1860.
Lincoln Douglas debate Du Page County Centennial, August 27th, West Chicago / / Kreger. [Poster]. ( ). Retrieved from
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11. Entering Politics Return to Room
Lincoln called himself a “prairie lawyer” and focused on his law practice in the 1850s. He served one term in Congress from He joined the new Republican Party and after his loss in the Great Debates he was nominated for the Republican candidate in the 1860s election. Lincoln won the election without the support of a single southern state. Lincolns win in the election is one of the primary reasons the civil war broke out in 1861.
Bufford, John H. (1862). Abraham Lincoln. [Lithograph]. Retrieved from
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12. Emancipation Proclamation
On January 1, 1863, Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation that declared all slaves to be free. The proclamation stated, “that all persons held as slaves" within the rebellious states "are, and henceforward shall be free." Although this did not end slavery completely and had many limitations it had an impact on moral and was a during point for many in the war.
Emancipation Proclamation. (n.d.). Retrieved November 1, 2014, from
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The museum is located in Springfield, IL. It was designed by BRC Imagination Arts. This museum is now the most attended and biggest presidential museum. This museum contains many attractions that would interest students or other adults interested in learning about Abraham Lincoln. There are Archives, Library, Museum, Galleries, and Theatre presentations. It is considered a total experience museum.
Official Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Site. (n.d.). Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum . Retrieved October 28, 2014, from
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14. Slavery
While Abraham Lincoln was president, he knew slavery was wrong. Therefore, he took action and was the president who abolished slavery. Since the passing of president Lincoln, there has been no further signs of slavery in the United States. Lincoln has left a lasting legacy on the states where everyone is treated equally and fairly with no slavery.
Bleier, Karen. The Emancipation statue ABC Website, Washington DC. First Coast News. Web. 29 Oct
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15. Lincoln Monument Return to Room
The Lincoln Memorial was dedicated in Daniel Chester French created the statue. The statue of Abraham Lincoln is 19 feet tall. This memorial was talked about even before Lincoln passed away. There have been many famous visitors including Martin Luther King to visit the stairs of the monument. It is open to the public 24 hours a day!
States. National Park Service. (2014, October 14). Lincoln Memorial (U.S. National Park Service). National Parks Service. Retrieved October 29, 2014, from
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16. New Salem Reenactments
Today in New Salem, where Lincoln used to live, people in the town go about their business similarly how a day would go during that time. Visitors will get a glimpse of how the town was run during the 1830’s. The village is open to the public every day of the year except on holidays. There are campsites for families to come and stay when they visit.
"Abraham Lincoln's New Salem." Abraham Lincoln's New Salem. N.p., n.d. Web. 29 Oct <
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17. Ford Theater Return to Room
Abraham Lincoln was assassinated in Ford’s Theatre in Washington DC. on April 14, Lincoln was taken across the street to a Petersen house. He lied in a coma for nine hours until he died the next day at around 7:15 a.m. He was buried in his hometown of Springfield, Illinois.
Highsmith, Carol M. Ford's Theatre box where Abraham Lincoln assassinated, Washington, D.C Library of Congress, Washington D.C. Library of Congress. Web. 29 Oct
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18. John Wilkes Booth Return to Room
John Wilkes Booth was part of the No-Nothing Party who did not like the idea of immigrants. It is thought that John Wilks Booth original idea was to kidnap President Lincoln, but he became frustrated and decided to kill instead. He is now known for assassinating President Lincoln. After he shot Abraham Lincoln at Ford’s Theatre, he leaped onto the stage breaking his leg. As he ran off the stage a witness said he yelled “sic semper tyrannus,” which translates to “thus always to tyrants.”
John Wilkes Booth Biography. (n.d.). Bio.com. Retrieved October 29, 2014, from
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19. Conspiracy Theories Return to Room
There are seven conspiracy theories involved with the death of President Lincoln.
Theory 1- Booth was not the only one involved, Andrew Johnson was possibly working with Booth.
Theory 2- Lincoln’s death was just due to John Wilkes Booth's own conspiracy.
Theory 3- Lincoln’s death was a result of a confederate plot.
Theory 4- Lincoln’s death was planned by a group of International Bankers.
Theory 5- The Roman National Church was behind a theory of his death.
Theory 6- Edwin Station the secretary of war was behind Lincoln’s death.
Theory 7- The people behind Lincoln’s death were disaffected Northerners.
THE GANG THAT KILLED ABRAHAM LINCOLN. (n.d.). The Gang That Killed Abraham Lincoln. Retrieved October 29, 2014, from
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20. Lincoln and Wilke’s Pockets
The top picture was the contents of John Wilkes Booth’s pockets when he was killed. The bottom picture is the artifacts found in Lincoln’s pockets at the time of his assassination.
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21. Meet the Curators Return to Room Resources Brianne Machak
Bradley University Student ‘15
Ciera Harvill
Emily LaCost
Bradley University Student ’16
Michelle Issen
Natasha Stancin
Bradley University Student ‘17
Standards
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.6-8.1
Cite specific textual evidence to support analysis of primary and secondary sources.
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.6-8.7
Integrate visual information (e.g., in charts, graphs, photographs, videos, or maps) with other information in print and digital texts.
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH
Analyze in detail a series of events described in a text; determine whether earlier events caused later ones or simply preceded them.
Pedagogical Standards (NCSS)
Social studies teachers should possess the knowledge, capabilities, and dispositions to provide learning opportunities at the appropriate school levels that support learners’ intellectual, social, and personal development.
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22. Resources
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Emancipation_Proclamation. (n.d.). Retrieved November 2, 2014, from
Enter Discussion Forums. (n.d.). Retrieved November 2, 2014, from
Gottfried, W. (1864, January 1). Civil War campaigns of 1864 | Library of Congress.
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23. Highsmith, C. (2007, January 1). Ford's Theatre box where Abraham Lincoln assassinated, Washington, D.C. Retrieved November 2, 2014, from
John Wilkes Booth. (2014). The Biography.com website. Retrieved 09:32, Nov 01, 2014, from
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Lincoln Papers: Lincoln Assassination: Introduction. (1865, May 3). Retrieved November 2, 2014, from
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Norton, R. (n.d.). LINCOLN ASSASSINATION THEORIES: A SIMPLE CONSPIRACY OR A GRAND CONSPIRACY? Retrieved November 2, 2014, from
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Sarah Bush Johnston Lincoln. (n.d.). Retrieved November 2, 2014, from
Thanks to "Lincoln" Mississippi officially abolishes slavery | firstcoastnews.com. (2009, February 9). Retrieved November 2, 2014, from
The History Place - U.S. Civil War (1996, January 1). Retrieved November 2, 2014, from
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United States. National Park Service. (2014, October 31). Lincoln's New Salem Retrieved November 2, 2014, from
Welcome To THE ABRAHAM LINCOLN PRESIDENTIAL LIBRARY AND MUSEUM. (2004, January 1). Retrieved November 2, 2014, from
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