You’re invited to Reimagine Justice at Lincoln’s Cottage through a new art exhibit

You’re invited to Reimagine Justice at Lincoln’s Cottage through a new art exhibit

Created by artists living within the US carceral system and curated by the Committee of Incarcerated Artists and Writers, the Prison Reimagined exhibit features presidential portraits paired with that president’s record on incarceration and visions of what true justice could look like. This project is the creation of journalist Cadell Kivett, one of the editors of Nash News, who is currently incarcerated at the Nash Correctional Institution in North Carolina. Project made possible by the Arts for Justice Fund.

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Free family movie nights at Lincoln's Cottage

Free family movie nights at Lincoln's Cottage

Get ready to bring your picnic and spread your blankets at Lincoln’s Cottage for our Fall Family Film Series. There will be STEAM Activities, Family Crafts, DJ Music, Food Vendors, and a screening of The Lego Movie on Friday, October 6.

On Friday, November 3, they'll screen Lightyear.

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Join President Lincoln's Cottage for our annual Homecoming event

Join President Lincoln's Cottage for our annual Homecoming event

As the newly appointed CEO and Executive Director of President Lincoln’s Cottage, I am delighted to invite you all to one of my favorite days of the year: our Cottage Homecoming on September 16th.

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Your opinion matters: Cottage for Community Project invites your participation

Your opinion matters: Cottage for Community Project invites your participation

We invite you to join the Cottage for Community Project and share your observations, insights, and aspirations with us. We are particularly interested in your sense of what the key issues facing the Petworth community are and with whom in the neighborhood we should speak.

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Enjoy a great music-filled community event at Bourbon & Bluegrass on May 20 & 21st

Enjoy a great music-filled community event at Bourbon & Bluegrass on May 20 & 21st

The always amazing Bourbon & Bluegrass Festival is back at President Lincoln’s Cottage on May 20th and 21st. Come out to enjoy music, drinks, food and a great community time.

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The popular Bourbon & Bluegrass returns to Lincoln's Cottage! Get tix now!

The popular Bourbon & Bluegrass returns to Lincoln's Cottage! Get tix now!

The always amazing Bourbon & Bluegrass Festival is back at President Lincoln’s Cottage on May 20th and 21st. Come out to enjoy music, drinks, food and a great community time.

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Acclaimed West African artist Georges Adéagbo installs a new “portrait” at President Lincoln’s Cottage (Cottage Corner)

Acclaimed West African artist Georges Adéagbo installs a new “portrait” at President Lincoln’s Cottage (Cottage Corner)

On January 17th, President Lincoln’s Cottage opened a new exhibition, Create to Free Yourselves: Abraham Lincoln and the History of Freeing Slaves in America by Georges Adéagbo, a renowned contemporary artist from Benin. President Lincoln’s Cottage preserves the home to connect people to the true spirit of the Lincolns, and we recognize that Abraham Lincoln means many different things to many different people. The installation will be on display from January 17 through February 15, 2023.

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Enjoy family film night at Lincoln's Cottage on 9/6

Enjoy family film night at Lincoln's Cottage on 9/6

Bring the family to the outdoor movie fun with Lincoln’s Cottage this September, October and November!

Free outdoor screenings on the lawn of Lincoln's summer residence. Among other things, the Lincoln family came to the Cottage to relax and enjoy each other's company, and they’re inviting you to do the same. Bring a picnic (or popcorn) and sit back and enjoy!

Instagram Takeover! Petworth News is taking over the Lincoln’s Cottage Instagram on Friday, September 9th… so follow Lincoln’s Cottage and Petworth News on Instagram!

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Enjoy a family fun day (and Petworth Jazz Project) at Lincoln's Cottage Homecoming on Sept 17

Enjoy a family fun day (and Petworth Jazz Project) at Lincoln's Cottage Homecoming on Sept 17

It is in the spirit of the Lincoln family’s delight with these scenic grounds that we at President Lincoln’s Cottage welcome the Petworth Community to Homecoming on September 17th. It will be a full day of fun that has something that will appeal to every single person in Petworth.

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Roosevelt HS Poetry Slam rocks President Lincoln's Cottage

Roosevelt HS Poetry Slam rocks President Lincoln's Cottage

On Thursday, April 28th, poetry and song rang out across the south lawn of President Lincoln’s Cottage. The Cottage welcomed about 150 people for “Ride the Verse,” the annual poetry slam organized by the Roosevelt High School Poetry Club with the support of Friends of Roosevelt, a non-profit dedicated to supporting global students, the arts, athletics and more at Roosevelt.

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Bourbon & Bluegrass returns with music & more at Lincoln's Cottage

Bourbon & Bluegrass returns with music & more at Lincoln's Cottage

Bourbon & Bluegrass is coming back for in-person enjoyment on May 21st and May 22nd at Lincoln’s Cottage.

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Win free tickets to Bourbon & Bluegrass with Lincoln's Cottage!

Win free tickets to Bourbon & Bluegrass with Lincoln's Cottage!

Bourbon and Bluegrass is an annual preservation fundraiser and celebration of great American music and cocktails to help safeguard Abraham Lincoln’s beloved summer home right here in Petworth. The performance is virtual and will be livestreamed from President Lincoln’s Cottage where it will be performed live for the veterans at the Armed Forces Retirement Home who have been sequestered the past year.

Enter for a chance to win free tickets!

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Show the veterans at AFRH some love by making a short video!

Show the veterans at AFRH some love by making a short video!

President Lincoln’s Cottage is holding its annual Homecoming event to support the veterans who call the Armed Forces Retirement Home their home. This year, due to the pandemic, they’re asking the community to submit videos to show their appreciation for the men and women who gave their time to defend our country.

“We invite members of the Petworth community to submit videos for them and share them with the Lincoln's Cottage team. We will edit the videos we receive into one meaningful video for the veterans to enjoy on their senior TV.”

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Win a free masked storytelling tour of Lincoln's Cottage or the National Cemetery!

Win a free masked storytelling tour of Lincoln's Cottage or the National Cemetery!

President Lincoln’s Cottage, located on the grounds of the Armed Forces Retirement Home off of Rock Creek Church Road, is offering a chance to win 4 tickets to attend one of their latest socially-distanced tours!

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