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For information about the library and museum please contact: Yes, (217) 558-8934 or online @ https://tickets.alplm.com/ Attention: New Hours of Operation Effective May 1, 2007 Parking is available in the Museum Parking Garage, located on the corner of Sixth and Madison Streets. The rate is $.75 cents per 1/2 hour or $1.50 per hour. Hours: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily except. The Library has no admission charge. The Museum's admission fee is: To become a member of the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library Foundation, you can use our secure membership page at http://www.alplm.org/foundation/benefits.html or you may call us at (217) 557-6250 or email lstott@alplm.org. Click on Getaway Package for an up-to-date listing of offers available in the Springfield area. The admission fee can be waived for school groups holding a valid reservation made through the Springfield Convention and Visitors Bureau (217) 789-2360. Discounts are available for college students and seniors. Yes, all group visits of 15 or more must be scheduled through the Springfield Convention and Visitors Bureau (SCVB). The SCVB is available by telephone at 217-789-2360. If you want to avoid possible lines at the ticket counter, the Journeys or theaters, schedule your visit on Sundays, or from mid-November through the first of March. The multi-screen, multi-stage special effects theater presentation, "Lincoln's Eyes" runs approximately 17 minutes and tells Lincoln's story through the eyes of an artist painting Lincoln's portrait. The Holavision® Theatre's "Ghosts of the Library" presentation is approximately 15 minutes and answers the questions: "Why does history matter? Why we save all that old stuff?" (Strobe lighting and loud noises are associated with union theater) Each theater is equipped with ADA devices for both the hearing and visually impaired. Our enhanced audio devise boost the show's soundtrack, while the visual device provides an audio narration of the show's action. Also available for the deaf are readers boards which provide closed caption. Typically both theater presentations show twice an hour. Check the posted show schedule at each theater upon arrival to assist in planning your visit. For both theater presentations we offer translated scripts in French, Russian, Spanish and Chinese. To request a copy at the Museum — locate a staff member outside the theater to assist you. The museum and its exhibits are designed for students in the 4th grade and up. Some of the exhibits and theater presentations may be disturbing for younger children. Mrs. Lincoln's Attic is a hands-on play area for children ages 3-12 and their families. School students with their chaperone are welcome but, once maximum capacity is reached, entrance will be stopped with preference given to visiting families. The permanent exhibit is comprised of two "Journeys", two Theaters, a Treasures Gallery, Mrs. Lincoln's Attic and Ask Mr. Lincoln totaling more than 40,000 sq ft of state-of —the-art exhibitory. Museum Programs Director at (217) 558-8926 To properly conserve our artifacts and other objects on display the temperature at the Museum must be maintained at 70 degrees. This makes the Museum feel a little cooler during the summer months. Photography is only allowed in the Gateway, Plaza and Mrs. Lincoln's Attic in the Museum Yes. Educators may download a complimentary educator pass from our web site at http://www.alplm.org/education/Online_Educator_Pass.pdf to use in preparation for an upcoming school trip. Passes cannot be used on the date of a scheduled school tour and must be accompanied by a valid teacher identification card or a letter from a school administrator on school letterhead. Yes, complimentary wheelchairs, strollers, and coat check are available. You can request these services at the will-call desk. Yes, Augie's Café offers a variety of hot and cold sandwiches, salads, soups, deserts and beverages. Hours: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday through Wednesday. Yes, conveniently located across from the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum is Union Square Park. Picnic tables are available on a first-come first-serve basis. Yes, the Museum Store has thousands of items for sale. Among the more popular items are books, souvenirs, apparel, and toys. It is suggested to allow 2 ½ to 3 hours for your visit. No, the Museum is designed to be a self-guided experience. The Presidential Library is a research library, not a public library. Researchers should check in at the front desk for direction to appropriate departments. No. A library card is not needed as materials cannot be checked out like at traditional libraries. ALPL money cards are available to researchers who desire to use copying or printing services. The Presidential Library is a public, non-circulating research library, specializing in Abraham Lincoln and all of Illinois history. Collections include books, pamphlets, maps, and periodicals; photographs, films, tapes, and broadsides; manuscripts; and Illinois newspapers on microfilm. The library contains extensive resources on the Civil War and many publications useful for genealogical research, as well as the renowned Henry Horner Lincoln collection. Gary Stockton — Chief of Acquisitions at (217) 524-5939 or gary.stockton@illinois.gov Yes, appointments are necessary for research in the Manuscripts, Audiovisual, and Lincoln collections. Please make arrangements prior to your visit by calling: The most current information is always available on this Web site: www.ALPLM.org or for more information about the library and museum please contact (800) 610-2094 or (217) 782-5764 Yes! We are pleased to offer locations within the Library and Museum for business meetings, conferences, receptions, dinners and other events. Union Square Park, directly across the street from the museum, has been the location of many free events and performances, including the 33rd Illinois Vol. Regiment Band and the 10th Illinois Vol. Cavalry Regiment Band (both Civil War re-enactment groups); Mary Lincoln’s Strawberry Party (a summertime family event); July 4th celebration, New Century Orchestra, Springfield International Folk Dancers, and many more musical performances throughout the year. The musical The Civil War will be performed in the park July 24-27, 2008. Yes. The ALPLM is near several other historic sites: the Old State Capitol, Lincoln-Herndon Law Offices and Lincoln's Home are just blocks away. The Dana — Thomas House, Vachel Lindsay Home, Governors' Mansion and the State Capitol are all within walking distance. Yes. The newly opened Union Station Visitor Center, located in Springfield, has begun delivering information to visitors that reflect not only Springfield area historic sites and events but Illinois tourism as a whole. Union Station Visitor Center is strategically located across from the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum. Another service available at the center includes on-site booking of hotel accommodations and special event packages that are scheduled across the state of Illinois (217) 557-4588. The Presidential Library and Museum is owned and operated by the State Dave Blanchette — Public Information Officer at (217) 558-8970 or dave.blanchette@illinois.gov Yes. The ALPLM offers non-paid internship opportunities within a variety of departments in both the Library and Museum to qualified college students, recent graduates or graduate students. Interns from all majors and interests are encouraged to apply. For more information and an application, visit the Education section of the website at http://www.alplm.org/education/interns.html. For information about joining the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library Foundation's annual members program the Wide Awakes or to get your name on our Charter Donor wall in the Museum, you can contact us by: Our wonderful volunteer corps performs a variety of key functions for the Museum and Library. Each volunteer works a minimum of eight hours a month; must participate in an initial orientation and training period; and helps the public while enjoying fantastic opportunities for personal growth through continuing education and experiences. For more information call (217) 558-8872.
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