President Lincoln's Cottage

President Lincoln's Cottage The Cottage was Abraham Lincoln's summer home during his presidency. The Lincoln family resided here from June to November of 1862, 1863 and 1864.
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08/26/2026

At Lincoln's Cottage, the idea of being a home is important to us, which is why Rich Harwood of the The Harwood Institute vision of creating welcoming spaces for connection, reflection, and renewal resonates so deeply with our work.

Tonight's VIRTUAL New Civic Path Book Circle is an opportunity to participate in exactly the kind of community gathering that Rich and the Harwood Institute champion. We hope you'll join us for a thoughtful conversation about community, belonging, and what it takes to move forward together.

And don't worry if you haven't read the book. Everyone is welcome, and no prior reading is required to participate in the conversation.

Learn more at the link in our bio!

A world of its own. ❤️
08/21/2026

A world of its own. ❤️

Enjoying the cool breezes Lincoln loved...
08/18/2026

Enjoying the cool breezes Lincoln loved...

08/17/2026

Rich Harwood of the The Harwood Institute argues that one easy way leaders can serve their communities is by spotlighting the good work that people are already doing but are too busy to talk about themselves.

Join our virtual book circle next Wednesday evening to discuss Rich's book, The New Civic Path, and how its lessons can move us forward. 🎩

TGIF! Take some time to relax this weekend like these Cottage visitors, spotted on our landscape tour, Lincoln's Wild Ho...
08/14/2026

TGIF! Take some time to relax this weekend like these Cottage visitors, spotted on our landscape tour, Lincoln's Wild Home. 🦌

Lincoln was famously disheveled, but that didn't stop him from being kinda chic!
08/14/2026

Lincoln was famously disheveled, but that didn't stop him from being kinda chic!

08/14/2026

High drama at Homecoming, our annual family day. It's not just for the kids folks, it's fun for the adults too! Register at the link in our bio to join us September 19. The free fun includes pony rides, a petting zoo, crafts, and lawn games like giant Jenga!

Photos by Brian Rimm.

Last week President Lincoln's Cottage returned to Chautauqua Institution to preview, Prison Reimagined: America at 250, ...
08/05/2026

Last week President Lincoln's Cottage returned to Chautauqua Institution to preview, Prison Reimagined: America at 250, a forthcoming exhibit with Prison Reimagined that marks the 250th from the perspective of those incarcerated. The preview fit seamlessly into the curriculum of Chautauqua Week Five: Arts and Artists Against the Odds.

Stay tuned for more information about the exhibit!

08/05/2026

In this clip, Rich Harwood shares the inspiration behind The New Civic Path, a book that explores how we can put our communities and country on a new trajectory of hope.

Want to continue the conversation? Join President Lincoln's Cottage and The Harwood Institute for a virtual book circle later this month, where we will discuss the book and what it will take to spark civic renewal in America today.

Learn more at the New Civic Path events link in our bio!

President Lincoln's Cottage was delighted to join Ferne Barrow of PBS in screening a selection of clips related to the m...
08/05/2026

President Lincoln's Cottage was delighted to join Ferne Barrow of PBS in screening a selection of clips related to the military from THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION by UNUM Ken Burns to our distinguished neighbors at the Armed Forces Retirement Home. We are thankful for Ken Burns, public television, and our veterans- then and now! 🇺🇸🎩

Address

140 Rock Creek Church Road, NW, Washington
Washington D.C., DC
20011

Opening Hours

Monday 9:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 9:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 9:30am - 4:30pm
Saturday 9:30am - 4:30pm
Sunday 9:30am - 4:30pm

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(202) 829-0436

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