Illinois
The Life and Legacy of Abraham Lincoln
Program No. 8370RJ
Learn about Lincoln’s legacy as you explore his home and significant sites in his life and political career. Meet engaging interpreters along the way who bring history to life.
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Participant Reviews
Based on 36 Reviews
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Had another great trip with Road Scholar,
Awesome Group Leaders and special speakers and tour guides. And the whole trip went very well. Great fellow travelers, friendly and helpful.
— Review left October 31, 2024
This program was intellectually-engaging and thoroughly enjoyable. It was one of the very best of the 32 Road Scholar programs I have attended.
— Review left October 24, 2024
The Life and Legacy of Abraham Lincoln exceeded our expectation. The Lincoln Presidential Library was the best of all the many presidential libraries we have visited. The lectures and field trips gave us a deep understanding of Lincoln, of the times, and of the relevance to today's issues in our fragile and treasured democracy.
— Review left October 21, 2024
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— Review left October 13, 2024
Life and Legacy of Abraham Lincoln is an outstanding learning experience.
— Review left October 12, 2024
Just back from a wonderful program on the Life and Legacy of Lincoln! Our speakers were not only experts, but very engaging. This made the topics come alive. We had visits from General Grant and Harriet Tubman on two separate evenings of our program. I highly recommend this program. A satisfied Lincoln Learner.
— Review left July 31, 2024
Learning more about Abraham Lincoln helps me better understand some of the challenges and obstacles he faced as as president. Learning more about how life and society was during his life helps to paint a clearer, more accurate picture of what he overcame to achieve greatness. I loved hearing some of his jokes and stores! He was clever, kind and canny.
— Review left July 28, 2024
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— Review left July 27, 2024
I gained new insight into the lives and times of the Lincolns. The amount of artifacts from their lives and their presentation and explanation by the program experts is truly amazing and makes the lives of the Lincolns come into focus for the program participants.
— Review left July 26, 2024
A trip with great educational value! I enjoyed a fascinating week of hearing about Lincoln, a complex man who contributed so much to our country. I also enjoyed a presentation on Grant and will remember forever the wall paper in the Lincoln home.
— Review left April 1, 2024
This is probably the best Road Scholar program I've been on. Top-notch programming and an excellent value. Recommended even if you aren't a big history buff; you will be by the end of the trip!
— Review left November 5, 2023
This is an amazing program about Abraham Lincoln and his legacy. The speakers were enthralling, the sites we visited added so much to the experience and the Library and Museum are so well done. Would highly recommend to anyone interested in enhancing their knowledge about Lincoln and learning more about American history. Not to be missed!
— Review left October 30, 2023
A great way to learn a great deal about Abraham Lincoln in the city where he spent the happiest years of his life. The speakers were excellent and the accommodations were comfortable and within walking distance of many of the historic sites. The field trips to New Salem was very helpful in describing Lincoln's early life and the trip to his tomb was emotionally moving. Our tour leaders were excellent!
— Review left October 29, 2023
The Life and Legacy of Abraham Lincoln, exceeded my expectations! It was not only a plethora of historical information, it was an emotional experience. Much of this was enhanced by the quality of the presenters.
— Review left October 28, 2023
A great trip that brings Lincoln to life in every step you walk!! The hotel is convenient to all the sights and I was surprised that the hotel food was so good. Terrific tour leader, Kathy is most delightful and so informative. I would highly recommend this program to all presidential devotees. You won't be disappointed. Also, if you need transportation from the St. Louis airport to Springfield the suggested J.C. Reynolds transportation is wonderful. James is on time and absolutely delightful. Book him early.
— Review left October 28, 2023
The Abraham Lincoln Life & Legacy program in Springfield, Illinois is a great program. So much to do and see.
— Review left September 27, 2023
"Meeting" Abe Lincoln and the world he lived in was a memorable experience. I'm inspired to learn more about him and the influence of his times on our present condition.
— Review left June 25, 2023
With expert tour leadership, passionate speakers, and an educational experience for anyone with historical curiosity about Lincoln, this trip was exemplary in all areas. Just when I thought my reading list was complete, after this trip, I added several more to that list!
— Review left June 11, 2023
A wonderful immersive experience into Lincoln's world, led by expert instructors and culminating in n unbelievable day at the Lincoln museum.
— Review left June 10, 2023
I just returned from the Abraham Lincoln program in Springfield. It was top notch. I loved interacting with the small group of friendly and learned participants from all over the country. Our lecture presenters did a superb job, particularly Dr. Sam Wheeler. We were able to walk almost everywhere and feel very safe. In our free time I visited the Dana-Thomas house, Illinois State Capitol, and Illinois State museum, all worthwhile. The Lincoln Presidential Library and museum alone make the trip worth doing. I highly recommend it.!
— Review left April 29, 2023
One of the best Road Scholar has to offer. When planning your trip, be aware that you will be inside and outside every day.
— Review left April 28, 2023
If you want to know more about Abraham Lincoln and his times...this program is for you!
— Review left October 27, 2022
Excellent program. Nice variety of lectures, tours, museum and additional optional places to tour during free time.
— Review left October 21, 2022
This is an outstanding program. Whether you are a Lincoln scholar or neophyte, it offers an abundance of interesting and thoughtful information regarding Lincoln the President and Lincoln the man.
— Review left September 25, 2022
All aspects of the program The Life and Legacy of Abraham in Springfield, IL were excellent. Anyone with an interest in US history would benefit from and appreciate this offering.
— Review left September 25, 2022
While all the lectures and learning venues were great, the food at the hotel was horrible, and in my opinion was not fit to eat. Chicken tasted like rubber.
— Review left July 7, 2022
This program exceeded my expectations. I learned so much more about Abraham Lincoln and his contributions to our country. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone who is interested in American history.
— Review left June 12, 2022
This is a wonderful program for anyone interested in US history, Abraham Lincoln, or the Civil War. Historic and walkable Springfield is all about Lincoln, and by the time you complete this program you will have a much deeper understanding of Abraham Lincoln, the very human man, his family, the times, and contemporaries, and understand why Lincoln’s influence resonates yet today. The program is well organized with a variety of activities, locations, and modes of learning. I especially loved New Salem, the Lincoln Museum and Lincoln’s house/neighborhood, as well as the historians and those who took on the roles of important persons in the Lincoln saga. Our group leader Kathy was knowledgable, organized and well suited to the job.
— Review left June 11, 2022
I debated whether to go to Springfield on my own or take the Road Scholar tour. I am glad I went with the tour. The presentations provided useful background on Lincoln and the places we visited. They truly enriched the experience. And the impersonators were terrific.
Further, I highly recommend doing some reading before the trip, even if you already know a lot about Lincoln. One of my favorite books was Chasing Lincoln's Killer—it reads like a mystery.
I also suggest visiting the Dana Thomas house and the current state capitol. Finally, as a result of this trip, I can't wait to devour more books on Lincoln!
— Review left May 23, 2022
If you are fascinated by Lincoln and the Civil War, The Life and Legacy of Abraham Lincoln is the trip for you!
A combination of lectures presented by knowledgeable historians, field trips to the actual places in Lincoln’s life, and culminating in the Abraham Lincoln Museum, made this a trip of a lifetime for me. The other participants were of a like mind, so that further enhanced the experience. The trip leaders took great care of
us, as well as knowing the area and historical content. Go! You won’t be disappointed.
— Review left May 21, 2022
The Springfield Life and Legacy of Abraham Lincoln program was comprehensive and well designed to give participants a chronological knowledge about Lincoln from birth to early adulthood (New Salem), to dating Mary (Edwards Historical Home), to practicing law (Old State Capitol and the historical area where one can tour the only home that the Lincoln's owned and the surrounding historical neighborhood), to running for and holding public office (Lincoln Library and Museum) and his final resting place (Lincoln's Tomb Historical Site). By the time we got to the Lincoln Presidential Museum, we had a good basic knowledge of Lincoln and could enjoy the interactive experiences at the Museum. There was plenty of time for visiting the Illinois State Capitol (not on the program and a "must-see"; it's one of the most beautiful capitol buildings that I've seen and it is free of charge) and the Dana-Thomas House, a Frank Lloyd Wright home (free and a "must-see" also). We also had access to buildings that weren't open to the general public, i.e. the Old State Capitol currently under renovation and more buildings at New Salem opened just for us by our guide. The speakers (experts in the field that one would not normally have access to) and the impersonators (Mary Todd Lincoln and Harriet Tubman) were excellent and filled in the blanks. I felt that the length of the program was just right. I wouldn't have cut anything from the program. And to top it off, the cost of the program was very reasonable. I really do highly recommend this program. Be aware that most historical sites are within a mile of the hotel so there is quite a bit of walking required during the week...good exercise if you are able to walk up to two miles a day.
— Review left November 2, 2021
An excellent and informative program
— Review left October 30, 2021
This program was even better than I thought it would be. If you think you know everything about Lincoln still consider this program as I learned even more.
— Review left September 21, 2021
If you want to enrich your understanding of this period in the life of Abraham Lincoln, this program is for you. I liked it so much, I went back two years later and learned more.
— Review left September 18, 2021
If anyone is interested in the life and times of Lincoln, this is a program that should not be missed. We got an incredible amount of information from outstanding speakers and a variety of different activities. Fantastic program!
— Review left June 23, 2019
This program truly covers Lincoln. The presenters are more than knowledge and Springfield is Lincoln.
— Review left June 8, 2019