You won’t want to miss the annual Lincoln Shrine Open House on Saturday, February 7, 11am-3pm at the Lincoln Memorial Shrine and Smiley Park.
The annual event will feature new exhibits, live music, Civil War reenactors, and activities for the whole family. Hourly cannon demonstrations by the 1st Pennsylvania Light Artillery are always a big hit, and the day wouldn’t be complete without President Lincoln presenter Robert Broski’s rendition of the Gettysburg Address. Visitors can learn about soldiers’ experiences from various reenactor groups, hear the details of Civil War medical procedures from Dr. Malarkey, and listen to the music of the era performed by Camp Carleton Band. The Inland Empire LEGO User Group will also be onhand with their ever-growing LEGO Civil War battle scene.
The event will be preceded by the annual Lincoln Pilgrimage, which will culminate with a program on the steps of the Lincoln Shrine around 10:30am. A Redlands tradition since 1940, the Pilgrimage is hosted by the Gray Arrow District, Boy Scouts of America and is sponsored by Redlands Noon Kiwanis.
The Lincoln Shrine Open House is free and open to the public. Program subject to change. Visit www.lincolnshrine.org for up-to-date information.