Hildene Reads! Our Ancient Faith: Lincoln, Democracy, and the American Experiment
Thursday, February 12th
7:00 - 8:30 pm
In honor of President Lincoln’s birthday, enjoy a Hildene staff-led discussion of 3-time Gilder Lehrman Lincoln Prize winner Allen Guelzo’s timely and riveting “Our Ancient Faith.” Guelzo's book examines Lincoln’s deep commitment to democracy –- a portrait that speaks to today’s struggles to safeguard the nation's founding principles.
The discussion is free and will be held from 7:00 to 8:30 pm online. For more information and to register, call Stephanie at (802) 367-7960 or click the button below.
Pullman Porters: Unsung Heroes
Sunday, February 15th
2:00 - 3:30 PM
In honor of Black History Month and the 100th anniversary of the Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters Union, Hildene is offering an immersive program on the Pullman Porters, followed by a guided tour of its 1903 Pullman railcar, Sunbeam. Join Hildene educator Lisa Maggio to learn about the critical role Pullman Porters played in the Pullman Company, the emergence of America’s Black middle class, and the formation of the Black labor movement. Discover how the Pullman Porters helped to advance the civil rights movement. This fascinating slice of American history actually begins with the Emancipation Proclamation and ends with the March on Washington. Explore what it was like to travel and work on a Pullman car and engage in discussion about the porters’ enduring fight for social change and justice in America.
$20 Members / $25 Non-members.
Registration is required by Friday, February 13. Call Stephanie at 802-367-7960 or click the button below to register.
A Closer Look at Peggy Lincoln Beckwith
Sunday, March 8th
2:00 - 3:00 pm
Join us for a deep dive into the life of the last Lincoln to live at Hildene as we take a closer look at the exhibit, “A Lincoln Legacy: Remembering Peggy Lincoln Beckwith.” In celebration of Women's History Month, Exhibits and Collections Manager Gary Parzych will point out some highlights in the exhibit on the second floor of the Lincolns’ home and share more details of Peggy's extraordinary life at Hildene.
This program will take place in the exhibition room on the second floor of the Hildene home.
Call Stephanie at (802) 367-7960 or click the button below with any questions.
