GETTYSBURG ADDRESS TEACHER RESOURCES

To mark the 145th anniversary of the Gettysburg Address, one of Lincoln’s most famous speeches and one of the greatest in world history, the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum has created several educational opportunities for students and teachers.

Gettysburg Address Teacher Resource Guide

Sam Fink's The Gettysburg Address
November 19, 2008 – mid-January 2009
Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library
To celebrate the anniversary of the Gettysburg Address the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library will exhibit the original art created for the book, The Gettysburg Address, illustrated by master calligrapher and artist Sam Fink. It may be seen at the library through mid January 2009. Admission to the exhibition is free.

Gettysburg Address Simultaneous Reading
February 12, 2009
A live reading of the Gettysburg Address will originate at 9:30 a.m. from the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum in Springfield, Illinois and be carried on a live webcast. All school children who are in school that day are invited to join in and read aloud at the same time. Check back here for details on how your class can participate or join our mailing list for regular updates.

Gettysburg Address Commemorative Poster
Coming soon for display in your classroom.