Looking for Lincoln presents the travelling exhibit, Journey to Freedom Illinois’ Underground Railroad. The courageous stories of freedom seekers, and the multi-racial conductors who assisted them, are highlighted in this new exhibit about the Underground Railroad in Illinois. Learn about the network of people, who often at great risk to themselves, collaborated to assist those searching for freedom and dignity.

Looking for Lincoln presents the travelling exhibit, Journey to Freedom Illinois’ Underground Railroad. The courageous stories of freedom seekers, and the multi-racial conductors who assisted them, are highlighted in this new exhibit about the Underground Railroad in Illinois. Learn about the network of people, who often at great risk to themselves, collaborated to assist those searching for freedom and dignity.

The public is invited to the premier of the new short film highlighting the people, places, and events on the 8th Judicial Circuit that prepared Abraham Lincoln for the national stage. 

The film "From Courtroom to Capital: Lincoln’s Path to the Presidency" will be shown on Thursday, November 6, 2025 starting at 7 pm. At 7:30, the film will be follwed by a panel discussion with  historians Sam Wheeler, John Lupton, Guy Fraker, and Kevin Christensen. The evening will end with a social hour with light refreshments. 

The event will be hosted at  The Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 South Sixth Street in downtown Springfield, Illinois

There is no charge for the event, but attendees will need to reserve their attendance at the link below.

https://illinoistimestix.com/events/from-courtroom-to-capital-lincolns-path-to-the-presidency-11-6-2025