Mrs. Lincoln’s Strawberry Party Saturday, May 23 10am-2pm Union Square Park Sixth and Jefferson Free

Party like it’s 1859

A party takes place Saturday that you won’t want to miss whether you’re a history buff, a partygoer, a person with a sense of adventure or someone looking for something different and interesting to do. The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum is hosting a re-creation of the Lincolns’ social scene with period crafts, toys, games and free music. Some activities are an additional charge and strawberries, desserts and beverages are available for purchase. If you want to brush up on your 19th century social skills and manners, this is the gathering for you.