February 27, 2025
Tour President Lincoln's Cottage-Washington DC
Howard County Recreation and Parks • 7120 Oakland Mills Rd Columbia, MD 21046 Organized by Howard County GovernmentAbout this event
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Description
President Lincoln and Soldier’s Home National Monument, sometimesshortened to "President Lincoln’s Cottage," is a national monument on thegrounds of the Soldier’s Home, known today as the Armed Forces RetirementHome. During the Civil War, President Abraham Lincoln and his family spentthe warmer months of 1862-1864 there. He reportedly made his last visitto the house on April 13, 1865, the day before he was assassinated. He metwith political friends and enemies and discussed military strategy. Lincolnwas staying in this house when he wrote the final draft of the EmancipationProclamation in September 1862. Bring your lunch and snacks. Info: Tracy Adkins, 410-313-7279 or tadkins@howardcountymd.gov.The bus will pick up from the Bain Center first, and Long Gate Park & Ride shortly after. Please arrive at your pick-up location no later than 15 minutes before departure.
Three Shoes: Lots of walking & standing with some opportunities to sit
Age Group/Camp
Adult
Skills
FA FY25
FA FY26
Location
Bus provided. Pickup locations offered are the Bain 50+ center and the Long Gate Park & Ride. Participants will select their pickup location at time of registration.
Age and Gender
Ages 18-255 · Co-Ed
Location
Sessions
Tour President Lincoln's Cottage-Washington DC
$89.00