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RE: Springfield Tour - Gene C - 10-19-2023
(10-18-2023, 07:38 PM)Eva Elisabeth Wrote: Gene, it's so cool you are still doing the trip. I couldn't belive it but just checked it out - it's ten years ago you have done it the first time. Kudos! I just wish it were less expensive and not that far away.
So do I.
Thanks Eva.
RE: Springfield Tour - Gene C - 10-21-2023
We still have some availability for our tour this coming weekend, and the fall colors will be close, or at their peak.
As an incentive, let me remind you that things change over time.
The unfinished mural, located next to the Lincoln Depot, is no longer there. The building it was painted on has been torn down.
During our last visit to New Salem (before covid) the buildings were showing obvious signs of deterioration. It will be interesting to see what state of repair (remember it's Illinois) they are now in.
Museum exhibits change (Lincoln's hat, Marilyn Monroe's dress) are no longer on exhibit at the ALPM. Marilyn's dress was sold in 2018 for $50,000
Eva mentioned the cost. Motels usually run about $100 - $120 a night. We try to eat well, nothing too fancy, we're simple folk. From a quick snack at the Coy Dog to a four course meal, also at the Cozy Dog, "A tourist marches on his stomach" (Napolean) Unlike Napolean, we've never lost a participant, yet.
We can also go Italian, where we raise a toast (or breadstick) to previous participants.
Books - we put no $ limit on what you can spend.
Remember its Thursday - Sunday Oct 27-29. Come and go as you please.
We have a great time, form lasting friendships, learn interesting things.
If interested, send me or Scott a message for more information.
RE: Springfield Tour - Gene C - 10-30-2023
Back home now. Scott and I had an interesting, informative and surprising visit to Charleston, IL and Springfield area.
More on our trip after I figure out, or my wife shows me how to down load the pictures off my phone.
We made some last minute changes to our planned visit due to the weather. These changes turned out to be very profitable,
especially to the book stores we visited.
RE: Springfield Tour - Rob Wick - 10-30-2023
Gene,
Wish I could have made it to see you and Scott, but unfortunately, when I asked Patsy if she wanted dog biscuits or to allow me to go up there and spend that money on books......well, I can't repeat what she barked, but needless to say, it wasn't "sure!"
Best
Rob
RE: Springfield Tour - Anita - 10-30-2023
Gene,
I too wish I was able to join you and Scott. I am indeed fortunate to have been on the tour a few years ago. Can't wait to see your photos and report.
RE: Springfield Tour - RJNorton - 10-31-2023
(10-30-2023, 10:27 PM)Anita Wrote: Gene,
Can't wait to see your photos and report.
I second Anita!
RE: Springfield Tour - Gene C - 09-27-2026
It's short notice, but it's been over three years since our last Springfield Tour and it's only fair that we give you first notice of your opportunity to join us this coming October 8-11 (Thursday evening through Sunday)
Find out what repairs have been made at New Salem and the current condition of the buildings
Bring your own candle for the New Salem Candle Light Tour.
We are working on our Tour schedule and highlights as you read this. For more information look over previous post or message Scott (STS Linconite) or me
RE: Springfield Tour - Gene C - 10-01-2026
Springfield Tour 2026 update
According to AI (Almanac Intelligence) the weather for the Springfield area is to be ,,,,,
https://www.almanac.com/fall-weather-forecast.
Springfield area seems to be on the border line between warm and cool temperatures, and dry.
If your interested in the moon phases, you might be interested in this (I'm not sure this was available in Lincoln's day (or night)
https://store.almanac.com/products/calendar-moon?variant=44286561157164
As for the highlights of the tour
Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum - https://presidentlincoln.illinois.gov/
Abraham Lincoln Home - https://www.nps.gov/liho/index.htm
New Salem (the official state web site) - https://www.nps.gov/liho/index.htm
https://www.enjoyillinois.com/explore/listing/lincolns-new-salem-state-historic-site/
Ann Rutledge grave site - https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/18472961/ann_mayes-rutledge
Lincoln Tomb - https://dnrhistoric.illinois.gov/experience/sites/site.lincoln-tomb.html
and much more .....
RE: Springfield Tour - Gene C - 10-13-2026
We had a great time this year but got distracted from our original tour schedule as the Books on the Square has expanded their store (it's more than just books about Lincoln) and we spent most of our time searching through their inventory https://www.booksonthesquare.com/
and unexpectedly meeting and having lunch with a Lincoln Presenter, Randy Duncan.
Mr. Lincoln (Randy Duncan) was there for the Verdin Historical Society Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting for the museum located at the Books On The Square
https://www.facebook.com/virdenhistoricalsociety/
It was as close as you could ever get to being with Mr. Lincoln. He interacted and mingled with the crowd, shook hands, and we were able to get some personal time talking with him while eating lunch at a picnic table. He never broke character. His personality and sense of humor was spot on to what you would imagine Lincoln was really like when not burdened with the responsibility of being president.
My wife viewed my purchases from Books on the Square, said Merry Christmas, and confiscated them until Christmas morning. Just one of her unique ways of keeping the magic of marriage alive. Fortunately I have a few other books to read until then.
We are planning another Springfield tour in May and we plan to visit more of the historical Lincoln sites. Make your plans now to join us.
RE: Springfield Tour - RJNorton - 10-13-2026
No visit to the Cozy Dog Drive-In???
RE: Springfield Tour - Gene C - 10-14-2026
We had dinner at Cozy Dog and the next night split a pizza at Saputo's.
