• events,  michigan

    Abraham Lincoln: Self-Made In America Bicentennial Tour

    The “Abraham Lincoln: Self-Made In America” Bicentennial Tour a mobile museum exhibit was developed by the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum (ALPLM) in Springfield, Illinois. The exhibit is free of charge to the public and will travel the United States over the next two years inspiring visitors with the story of Lincoln’s life and accomplishments. The only exhibit of its type in the country, the mobile museum uses an engaging mixture of interactive elements, graphics, facsimile documents and artifacts inside a 53-foot long, double expandable trailer to commemorate the Lincoln Bicentennial. The exhibition examines Lincoln’s life from his poor beginnings to his ascension to the presidency and his assassination.…

  • michigan,  nature center

    Kalamazoo Nature Center

    Free Admission Day at KNC This year, take up the “Green Challenge” and receive a free ReUsable Grocery Bag. Print out a Green Challenge form. fill it out and turn it in at KNC’s Earth Day Celebration on April 19th. This Earth Day, they’re challenging your family, friends, and neighbors to make green changes at home that will reduce impacts on the environment. Households that adopt at least 12 earth-friendly practices will receive a reusable bag, compliments of Kalamazoo Nature Center and Lee’sAdventure Sports. Kalamazoo Nature Center 7000 N Westnedge Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49009 Phone 269-381-1574