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Bike Abraham Lincoln's Commute - RJNorton - 08-03-2020 03:58 AM
This announcement is from President Lincoln's Cottage:
Tired of being stuck at home? Lincoln felt that way too--he called the White House an "iron cage." In the summers, he sought refuge in a beautiful Cottage on the grounds of the Old Soldiers Home. He commuted to the White House daily, passing military camps, hospitals and "contraband camps" where formerly enslaved people lived.
Bring your best bike and join President Lincoln’s Cottage and the DC Cycling Concierge on the morning of Saturday, August 8th, as we recreate Lincoln’s three-mile commute from the Cottage in Petworth to the White House, learning about 1860's Washington, DC along the way.
RE: Bike Abraham Lincoln's Commute - Amy L. - 08-03-2020 06:13 AM
I can't get used to not being able to 'Like' contributions to the Symposium, like other social media.
That's an awesome idea! Who's gonna do it??
Website to expensive registration
RE: Bike Abraham Lincoln's Commute - Eva Elisabeth - 08-04-2020 03:42 PM
My kind of activity, but I'd DIY and guide myself. 45$ for 4 miles? If Lincoln in person was the guide it would be worth it.
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RE: Bike Abraham Lincoln's Commute - Jim Garrett - 08-07-2020 10:17 AM
Great idea. I haven't been on a bike in at least 30 years, so not really my bag. This sounds like a golden opportunity to maybe share knowledge and a little fitness. Not far from the summer White House is Mt. Prospect and Glenwood cemeteries. Final resting places of several who are associated with the Lincoln Assassination.