We had a wonderful opportunity to participate in a very special event with Rockford Illinois' Salute to Mr. Lincoln event which included the dedication of a new 5 foot tall Abraham Lincoln sculpture in front the courthouse. We were able to set our exhibit in front of Rockford's
Veterans Memorial Hall. It happens to be the first memorial hall of the nation and was dedicated by President Teddy Roosevelt in 1903.
The dedication of the sculpture was quite an event and the city pulled out all the stops. Hundreds attended the proceedings which featured historical
reenactors, including Abe and Mary Todd Lincoln, Illinois 33rd Regimental Band, and several key speakers. It was an honor to participate in this one of a kind event.
The newest Lincoln Statue, "Iron Determination"
The dedication of the sculpture was quite an event and the city pulled out all the stops. Hundreds attended the proceedings which featured historical reenactors, including Abe and Mary Todd Lincoln, Illinois 33rd Regimental Band, and several key speakers. It was an honor to participate in this one of a kind event.
The newest Lincoln Statue, "Iron Determination"
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