January 20, 2009

Inauguration and Lincoln: A New Birth of Freedom

Yesterday, I took this picture of the Lincoln statue in front of the David Wills House in Gettysburg. This was Gettysburg's first measurable snowfall this winter.

The Wills House renovations are nearing completion, and the new museum will open February 12 (to coincide with Lincoln's 20oth birthday). Inside, visitors will be able to view galleries, artifacts and restored rooms—one of them being the room that Abraham Lincoln stayed in and finished the Gettysburg Address.

I feel very fortunate to live in Gettysburg and have the opportunity to witness so many historic events, both in Gettysburg and just down the road in DC!

For more information about the Wills House be sure to visit:

http://www.mainstreetgettysburg.org/willshouse.html
http://www.gettysburg.travel/visitor/member_detail.asp?contact_id=25431

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