The Friends of the Lincoln Collection of Indiana, Inc. is the 501(c)(3) organization that supports the Lincoln Financial Foundation Collection curated both in Indianapolis at the Indiana State Museum & Historic Sites and in Fort Wayne at the Allen County Public Library. Activities of the Friends include: publication of Lincoln Lore; outreach to schools through onsite and offsite education programs; a Lincoln Essay Contest for high school students; a Lincoln Art Contest for elementary and middle school students; public programs at both the Indiana State Museum & Historic Sites and the Allen County Public Library; funding for new acquisitions and preservation of the Collection at both sites; and responsibility for this website.
Latest News 03.02.20
Lincoln Art Contest
Theme: Reimagining Lincoln We want to see Lincoln through your eyes! Reimagine the 16th president using any medium of your choice. Eligibility: Any Indiana student, ages 10-14 years old Submission: Entries must be received by March 22, 2020. Each entry must include an artist’s statement that explains what was used to create the piece and ...
Next Event 2020
Lincoln at the Library 2020
The 2020 Lincoln at the Library series will consist of three dynamic programs and presentations. Check back for more information and dates in early 2020.
On Display Now
Lincoln Collection Items
These Lincoln Financial Foundation Collection items are on display now at the Allen County Public Library in the Fine Book Room Vault...
Latest Lore 06.01.20
An Assessment of Thomas Lincoln
An Interview with Daniel Cravens Taylor Sara Gabbard: Please trace the Lincoln family’s journey from England to Virginia. Daniel Cravens Taylor: President Lincoln was not familiar with his family history in early life. As he approached his campaign for the presidency, Lincoln knew his father and mother came from Virginia but considered th ...
