@JoeCrain

Director of Public Programs and Community Engagement for the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library & Museum. Opinions are my own. Retweets are NOT endorsements

 Springfield, Illinois
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Joined October 2008
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Was that clap of thunder really Bob Uecker calling the final out and shouting from above, “THE BREWERS WIN THE PENNANT!!!” This Cardinals fan says CONGRATULATIONS to my friends who cheer for the Brew Crew. I’ll be right there with you! #milwaukeebrewers
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Join us Wednesday for a conversation with historian Bennett Parten about "Somewhere Toward Freedom", exploring the thousands of enslaved people who self-emancipated and joined Sherman’s March. 🕡 Oct. 7 | 6:30 p.m. | ALPLM 🎟️ Free, registration required: presidentlincoln.illinois.go…
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Racquel Henry, our 19th century historian, recently spoke to @CapitolCityNow about the Conference on Illinois History, which is coming up Thursday and Friday. You can listen here: ow.ly/hHHf50ZSNFW There's still time to register at PresidentLincoln.Illinois.go….
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Perfect night for grilling on the first weekend of autumn! Top sirloin filet, honey glazed medley of orange and golden carrots, and calico beans paired with an ice cold Yuengling Flight for Sunday supper at the Crainstead.
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Welcome to everyone celebrating the centennial of #Route66 at Springfield’s Route 66 Mother Road Festival! Our education team will be there with crafts, stickers and activities for the kids. They'll also have "America 250" fans good for $2 off museum admission.
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Our Illinois History Conference takes place Oct. 1-2. Get to know Mary Lincoln from the author of a new biography, hear about a lost fort, learn about a pioneering social worker and much more. It also offers professional development for teachers. ow.ly/kjVM50ZR3XE
Stylized portrait of Abraham Lincoln alongside text promoting a conference on Illinois history with historical images below.

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Today is the 21st of September.
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With fall’s official arrival this week, it’s the last weekend of summer and I’ve curated a hot soundtrack for your Sunday afternoon with triple plays from your favorite rockers on the Classic KYMO App and the livestream at classickymo.com
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We'd like to thank Kamau Sadiki from Diving With a Purpose for telling us about the group's important work Thursday night. Sadiki and other members dive the wrecks of ships that carried people into #slavery to help archaeologists document and study the wreckage.
Photo of Kamau Sadiki speaking and pointing at a painting of enslaved people being thrown into the ocean.

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Photo of Kamau Sadiki during his presentation at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum.

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Kamau Sadiki speaking as he stands in front of a screen displaying a newspaper ad about enslaved people being sold.

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We're giving away another #AbrahamLincoln bobblehead! Enter the contest today at presidentlincoln.illinois.go…. Lincoln and #baseball have a long history, from early political cartoons to "president races" at Washington Nationals games.
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A political cartoon from the 1860 presidential race depicting the candidates as baseball players.

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Four oversized caricature heads of presidents riding bicycles on a baseball field during a race event.

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Sorry, Illini Nation but I have to cheer for my Alma Mater this afternoon at Memorial Stadium, as @SIU_Football takes on @IlliniFootball . Let’s go Dawgs!!!
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Our new Citizen City program launches tomorrow! Kids can learn about being good neighbors and good citizens through creative games and activities. They also get a hardhat and stickers for every session they attend. Register at presidentlincoln.illinois.go….
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The @ALPLM welcomed Megan Cavanagh — Marla Hooch in “A League of Their Own” — and her agent Donna Cohen to the museum this afternoon. She’s in town for the @wpbl_official championship series at Robin Roberts Stadium.
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🎬 Our America 250 Movie Series continues with "On the Basis of Sex", the story of Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s early legal battles for gender equality. 📅 Sept. 25 | 6:30 p.m. 📍 ALPLM Union Theater 🎟️ Free with advance registration 🔗 presidentlincoln.illinois.go…
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I finally made it out to Robin Roberts Stadium to see the inaugural season of the @wpbl_official ! It’s the LA Queens and San Francisco Firebells in the championship series. A handful of games remain — get out and enjoy some exciting baseball as these women make history!
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Joshua Báez goes 3-for-4 with 2 RBI in a @Cardinals win!
Final Score Graphic: 9/11/26 Chicago White Sox 3 (75-72), St. Louis Cardinals 7 (73-75) Pictured: Joshua Báez raises a hand in the air and smiles after hitting a double. He wears an alternate red City Connect St. Louis Cardinals jersey and a black batting helmet with red details.

ALT Final Score Graphic: 9/11/26 Chicago White Sox 3 (75-72), St. Louis Cardinals 7 (73-75) Pictured: Joshua Báez raises a hand in the air and smiles after hitting a double. He wears an alternate red City Connect St. Louis Cardinals jersey and a black batting helmet with red details.

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🚨 Abe Appreciation: First Responders Day 🚨 TOMORROW - Sept. 11 - police, fire, medical & military first responders receive FREE admission to ALPLM with employer ID. No registration needed. Just stop by and let us say thank you! 🔗 presidentlincoln.illinois.go…
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We're launching a program to help children become good neighbors and good citizens! The six sessions over the next few months will lead into the launch of our new Citizen City exhibit for children. Details here: ow.ly/eo0v50ZM0WB Register here: PresidentLincoln.Illinois.go…
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🙋 Join us TONIGHT at 5:30 p.m. to learn how you can become part of our incredible team of nearly 600 volunteers who help welcome visitors from around the world. 📍 ALPLM Library, 112 N. Sixth St., Springfield 📞 To register, contact Jeremy Carrell at 217-558-8984.
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Perfect late summer super at the Crainstead — a BST (spinach replacing the lettuce) sandwich and edamame and corn salad with fresh tomatoes and herbs from our garden.
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