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 Kevin
Wood portrays President Abraham Lincoln, one of our nation's most beloved and esteemed historical figures.
He has made appearances at the
Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum,
the
Lincoln Home National Historic Site,
the
Lincoln Heritage Museum,
the
Lincoln Log Cabin
State Historic Site, and
Lincoln's Festival
on Route 66, among many other places and events.
As President, Mr. Lincoln ably led our nation
through its darkest days, when brother fought against brother, and the fabric of
our "more perfect Union" was nearly torn asunder.
Mr. Lincoln is available to share his
remarkable story in schools, in
churches, and at
libraries, senior residence centers, community events,
etc. In addition to providing a firsthand account of his own
life and times, Mr. Lincoln's visit will also do much more:
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As one who
rose from obscurity to the highest office in the land, Mr. Lincoln is an
inspiration to us today to likewise dream, and to work hard to achieve those
dreams.
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As one who
persevered in self-study to become a well-educated man, Mr. Lincoln embodies
for us the high value of education and a great passion for learning.
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As the
leader of our nation during our greatest crisis, Mr. Lincoln challenges us
to contemplate and to cherish the ideals for which our country stands:
liberty and freedom, democracy, equality, and opportunity.
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And as one
who was known for his honesty, humility, and compassion, Mr. Lincoln
provides an enduring example of the importance of a strong moral foundation
and positive character development.
Presentations are available either in English or Spanish, in addition to more
limited presentations in French or German.
For more information, or to arrange a visit
by Mr. Lincoln, please contact me as follows:
► mailing address:
Kevin Wood
605 Stockford Dr.
Adrian, MI 49221-1401
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telephone (home): N/A
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telephone (cell): 708-979-3093
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(ab)e-mail:
abe@mrlincoln.com
* My Story: How I came to portray Mr. Lincoln! *
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UPCOMING APPEARANCES (Virtual and In-Person)
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[virtual (recorded)] Jan. 31:
Gilberts (IL) Elementary School:
2nd grade |
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Jan. 31-Feb. 6, 2022: available for programs in SE Wisconsin |
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Jan. 31 at 9:15 am (CST):
Jackson Elementary School (Sheboygan, WI): 2nd and 5th grades |
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Jan. 31 at 12:50 pm (CST):
Pigeon River Elementary School (Sheboygan, WI): 5th grade |
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Jan. 31 at 6:00 pm (CST):
Fox Lake (WI) Public Library:
"A New Birth of Freedom" (program at Community Congregational Museum, 206 S. College Ave.) |
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Feb. 1 at 3:00 pm (CST):
Germantown
(WI) Community Library: "Lincoln as Story-Teller" |
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Feb. 1 at 6:00 pm (CST):
Grafton
(WI) Public Library (USS Liberty Memorial Public Library): "A New Birth
of Freedom" |
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Feb. 2 at 1:15 pm (CST):
private event (Whitewater, WI): tbd |
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Feb. 2 at 6:30 pm (CST):
Mayville
(WI) Public Library: "A New Birth of Freedom" |
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Feb. 3 at 10:45 am (CST):
Towner Crest Senior Living Community
(Oconomowoc, WI): "Lincoln as Story-Teller" |
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[postponed]
Feb. 3 at 12:30 pm (CST):
Three Pillars Senior
Living Community (Dousman, WI): "Lincoln on Slavery, Emancipation, and
Equality" |
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Feb. 3 at 5:30 pm (CST):
Juneau (WI) Public Library:
"A New Birth of Freedom" |
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Feb. 4 at 10:00 am (CST):
Pine Haven Christian Communities, Giddings Avenue campus: "A New Birth
of Freedom" |
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Feb. 4 at 2:00 pm (CST):
Pine Haven Christian Communities, Haven Drive campus: "A New Birth of
Freedom" |
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[virtual (recorded)] Feb. 8-22:
McHenry (IL) Public Library:
"Lincoln on Immigration & America's Place in the World" |
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[virtual (recorded)] Feb. 8-22:
McHenry (IL) Public Library:
"Lincoln sobre la inmigración y el lugar de América en el mundo"
(in Spanish) |
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Feb. 5-13, 2022: available for programs in Chicago area |
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Feb. 7 at 1:30 pm (CST):
The Pointe at Kilpatrick
(Senior Living Community) (Crestwood, IL): "A New Birth of Freedom" |
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Feb. 7 at 4:00 pm (CST):
Manteno (IL) Public Library: "A
Visit with Mr. Lincoln" (children's program) |
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Feb. 7 at 7:00 pm (CST):
Tinley Park (IL) Public
Library: "Lincoln on Slavery, Emancipation, and Equality" |
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Feb. 8 at 9:00 am (CST):
Freedom Learners Homeschool Cooperative: 5-8 years old and 9+
years old (at Joliet
First Assembly of God) |
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Feb. 8 at 12:00 noon (CST):
The Center at Palos
Park (IL): "A New Birth of Freedom" |
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Feb. 9 at 11:00 am (CST):
North Riverside (IL) Parks and Recreation: "A New Birth of Freedom" |
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Feb. 9 at 1:30 pm (CST):
Geneva (IL) Public Library: "Lincoln on Slavery, Emancipation, and Equality" |
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Feb. 9 at 7:00 pm (CST):
Elmhurst
(IL) Public Library: "Lincoln on Slavery, Emancipation, and Equality" |
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Feb. 10 at 10:00 am (CST):
Huntley Springs Retirement Resort
(Huntley, IL): "A New Birth of Freedom" |
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Feb. 10 at 1:00 pm (CST):
St. Charles (IL) Public Library: "Lincoln on Slavery, Emancipation, and Equality" |
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Feb. 10 at 6:00 pm (CST):
Oak Brook (IL) Public Library: "Lincoln on Slavery, Emancipation, and Equality" |
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Feb. 11 at 10:30 am (CST):
The Mather
(Senior Living Community) (Evanston, IL): "Lincoln on Immigration &
America's Place in the World" |
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Feb. 11 at 1:00 pm (CST):
North Shore Senior Center
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Lifelong Learning Program (Northfield, IL): "Lincoln on Slavery, Emancipation, and Equality" |
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Feb. 11 at 3:00 pm (CST):
Arbor Terrace Glenview
(Glenview, IL): "A New Birth of Freedom" |
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[postponed]
Feb. 11 at 6:30 pm (CST):
Lemont (IL) Area Historical Society:
"Drinkin' with Lincoln" |
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Feb. 12: Lincoln's Birthday: still available!!! |
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Feb. 13 at 11:00 am (CST):
Prairieview at The Garlands
(Senior Retirement Community) (Barrington, IL): "Lincoln on Religion and the Bible" |
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Feb. 13 at 2:00 pm (CST):
Daughters of the American Revolution - Ansel Brainerd Cook Chapter
(Libertyville, IL):
Student Awards Meeting |
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[virtual (live)]
Feb. 15 at 6:30 pm (CST):
Palos Heights (IL) Public Library:
"Lincoln on Slavery, Emancipation, and Equality" |
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[virtual (live)]
Feb. 16 at 7:00 pm (CST):
Eisenhower Public Library
(Harwood Heights, IL):
"A New Birth of Freedom" |
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[virtual (live)]
Feb. 17 at 11:30 am (CST):
Dunlap (IL) Public Library:
"From Obscurity to Greatness: Illinois and Lincoln, 1830 to 1861" |
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Feb. 17 at 6:30 pm (EST):
Adrian (MI) District
Library:
"A New Birth of Freedom" |
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Feb. 19 at 2:30 pm (EST):
Fowlerville
(MI) District Library:
"A New Birth of Freedom" |
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Feb. 21: Presidents' Day: still available in morning &
afternoon!!! |
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Feb. 21 at 6:30 pm (EST):
Howell (MI) Carnegie District Library:
"Lincoln on Slavery, Emancipation, and Equality" |
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Feb. 23 at 6:30 pm (EST):
Dearborn (MI) Public Library:
"A New Birth of Freedom" |
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Feb. 24 at 6:30 pm (EST):
Allegan (MI) District
Library:
"A New Birth of Freedom" |
see my complete schedule
(including March & beyond)
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Mr. Lincoln's Travels
(contact me for a program in your area!) |
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Jan. 31 - Feb. 6, 2022: |
southeastern WI |
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Feb. 5-13, 2022: |
Chicago area |
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March 7-11, 2022: |
Cincinnati area (OH/KY/IN) |
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March 14-19, 2022: |
central IL and St. Louis area (MO/IL) |
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Mar. 28 - Apr. 2, 2022: |
eastern IA |
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April 7-10, 2022: |
Chicago area |
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April 18-24, 2022: |
eastern/central KS / Kansas City area |
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April 25-26, 2022: |
Detroit area |
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May 9, 2022: |
north central IL |
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May 10-13, 2022: |
central IA |
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May 16-20, 2022: |
Detroit area |
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May 23-27, 2022: |
southeastern WI |
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June 2022: |
Chicago area |
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summer 2022 (?): |
ARGENTINA |
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early Sept. 2022: |
southwestern ON, CANADA |
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late summer/fall 2022: |
central & western IA |
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Sept. 23-27, 2022: |
central IL |
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fall 2022: |
north central IN / southwestern MI |
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fall 2022: |
north central IN / southwestern MI |
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Oct. 13-17, 2022: |
Chicago area |
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Oct. 18-24, 2022: |
LA/TX/AR/MS |
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Nov. 15-19, 2022: |
Chicago area |
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January 2023: |
LA/MS/AL/FL/TX/AR |
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April 2023: |
central IL |
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latest post (June 19, 2021)
Juneteenth: A Worthy Holiday, but the Wrong Date and Name
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Road Scholars Speakers Bureau
This program helps local nonprofit organizations in Illinois bring cultural
and educational programs to their communities. My program "From
Obscurity to Greatness: Illinois and Lincoln, 1830 to 1861" is currently
available until the end of the year 2022, in both in-person and virtual
formats, and in both English and Spanish. |
"Running Abe":
Fastest Abe in the West!
Next race(s):
-none scheduled |
a few fun activities to help you learn more
about the life and times of Abraham Lincoln
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