The items, which were intended to be part of a permanent collection at the Lincoln Presidential Foundation in Illinois, were ...

Juneteenth is a federal holiday that commemorates the emancipation of slaves in Galveston, Texas. It was officially signed ...

People from all over the Chicago area took time out this Memorial Day to honor fallen service members. At Abraham Lincoln ...

CHICAGO (WGN) – A trove of historic artifacts and memorabilia associated with President Abraham Lincoln were auctioned off for nearly $8 million on Wednesday. The items, which were intended to ...

From a Gettysburg reading to a black powder salute, Eugene’s Memorial Day ceremony paid tribute with history and heart.

Springfield Area Arts Council and Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum are teaming up for a Artist in the Park at ...

The simple narrative today of the southern secession in 1860 and 1861 is that the southern states believed that the ...

People from all around the region came to the cemetery near Elwood, Illinois, to honor their loved ones. Lauren Victory reports.

Historian Jay Winik writes about the leadup to the outbreak of the Civil War in “1861: The Lost Peace.” The' Andrew DeMillo ...

Explore the American Civil War's history, causes like slavery and states' rights, key events including Gettysburg and ...

Southern Living has recognized the Lexington childhood home of an often misunderstood, yet politically savvy and personally ...

Many organizations across the state will honor fallen service members on Memorial Day. Check out this list to find events ...