Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum News


	For Immediate Release: June 28, 2007	Contact: Jill Burwitz (217) 558-8970 office (217) 299-6165 cell
	Mary Todd Lincoln to host tea parties at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Event in conjunction with museum's exclusive exhibit Mary Todd Lincoln: First Lady of Controversy Springfield, IL — On two summer Saturdays — July 21 and August 11 — Mary Todd Lincoln (as portrayed by Pam Brown and Linda Schneider) will host afternoon tea in the Lincoln Reception Room at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library. The teas are scheduled for 2:00 p.m. on both dates. The three-course tea will include assorted teas, pastries, petit sandwiches and seasonal fruit. Mrs. Lincoln will greet guests and socialize during the afternoon affair. Tickets are $25 and include an exclusive viewing of the Museum's temporary exhibit, Mary Todd Lincoln: First Lady of Controversy after the tea party. Tickets may be purchased online at www.alplm.org or by calling 217-558-8934. This event is co-sponsored by the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum and the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library Foundation. ###