The Historical Society of Rockland County is proud to announce...
Our new exhibition LINCOLN AND NEW YORK. The exhibition opens April 6 and will extend through June 15, 2014.
This panel exhibition, from the New-York Historical Society, probes the myths and controversies surrounding Abraham Lincoln. Starting with the iconic Mathew Brady image of Lincoln without his beard, the exhibition follows his earliest efforts to gain the blessing of the political and journalistic leaders of New York for a presidential run.
Original research explores New York’s influence on the Civil War, the impact of emancipation, and the promotion of Lincoln’s persona as he evolved from an obscure Illinois politician to a national martyr. Visitors who think they know everything about Lincoln will be startled to see so much that is new!
The panels will be complemented by items from the HSRC’s permanent collection together with artifacts on loan from other local history organizations. These rarely seen objects will highlight Rockland County’s connection to Lincoln and illustrate Rockland’s contribution to the Civil War.
This exhibition has been made possible by a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities.
Opportunities to view the LINCOLN AND NEW YORK exhibition will be during the Society’s regular exhibition hours: Wednesdays-Sundays, 12–4 pm.
Auxiliary programs have also been scheduled. All programs are subject to change. Some require advance reservations. All will take place at the HSRC, unless noted otherwise. Check our website for details:
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- April 6, 2-4 pm: Exhibition Opening Reception
- April 13, 2 pm: Family Program: "Songs of the Civil War" with Linda Russell
- April 26-27, 12-4 pm: Civil War Encampment with the 2nd Rhode Island Volunteers, Company B
- May 1, 7:15 pm: Evening Lecture with Sheriff James Kralik (Ret.)
- May 14: Meeting of the Civil War Round Table (by invitation only)
- May 15, 7:15 pm: Evening Lecture with Barnet Schecter on the Civil War Draft Riots (This program will be held at the Valley Cottage Library)
- June 12, 7:15 pm: Brian Jennings on Rockland County and the Civil War
For more information, call the Historical Society of Rockland County at (845) 634-9629 or visit our website at www.RocklandHistory.org.