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SPRINGFIELD, ILLINOIS

Service Learning: Preserving Lincoln's New Salem Village

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Love to learn in a small-group setting? This collection of programs has at most 10-24 participants.
See our Small Group programs.
EasyFor people looking to exercise their minds more than their bodies. There’s minimal walking and not too many stairs.
ModerateThese programs get you on your feet and include activities such as walking up to a mile in a day through a city and standing in a museum for a few hours.
ActiveFor people who enjoy walking as much as two miles a day, perhaps to explore historic neighborhoods or a nature trail.
Moderately ChallengingFor hardy explorers who enjoy a good physical challenge, spending most of their days on the go.
ChallengingGet ready to keep up with our highest-energy group. These demanding — and rewarding — programs are for seasoned outdoor enthusiasts.
Learn from historians about the significance of this region in the life of President Abraham Lincoln and see history come alive as we complete projects in the 1830’s pioneer village of Lincoln's New Salem State Historic Site, where he spent his early adulthood. Join us for the annual Fall Festival and listen to staff and volunteers tell stories of Lincoln as we demonstrate preparations needed for winter in this reconstructed village.


Highlights

• Delight in a chance to dress in period clothing and talk with visitors during the annual Fall Festival with other local volunteers.
• Demonstrate a variety of historical 1830's activities including weaving, spinning, soap and candle making, wool carding, food preparation, assisting in the cooper and blacksmith shops, repairing split rail fences, maintenance of trails and the documenting of demonstration activities.
• Explore the nearby town of Petersburg, its history and Lincoln connections, and learn about the unique archeology and anthropology of the area and Sangamon River.

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Walking up to half mile each day over varied terrain; standing up to an hour at a time.

Coordinated by Lincoln Land Community College.


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5 nights of accommodations
13 meals: 5 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 4 dinners
8 Expert-led lectures
2 Field trips
13 Hands-on experiences
1 Performances

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