Homecoming, a day of FREE family fun at President Lincoln's Cottage

Since the Lincoln family called the Cottage home during the Civil War, we’re calling our day of racing and fun, Homecoming. While it’s a free event, we do ask people register to get a head count (we need to know how many Lincoln hats to be prepared to make!) Here are the details for the day: 9 AM- Freedom 5K race (open to walkers, joggers, runners) *Must register; $35 (Strollers are permitted) 10 AM- Tot Dash (FREE, register the morning of) 100-yard race for little ones 10 AM- 3 PM- FREE Family Day activities that include: • Explore a Civil War Encampment: View the 150th Pennsylvania Volunteers, better known as the Bucktails, who served as Lincoln's personal guards • Pony Rides: It's no secret Tad Lincoln loved keeping pets on the ground. Don't let this chance slip by to ride a pony on Lincoln's front lawn! • Arts and Crafts: Make cards for veterans, your family tree, and create your own top hat! • Picnic on the Grounds: Enjoy delicious food from our on-site vendors, or pack your own picnic and enjoy lunch at the picnic tables or on the ample South Lawn. • Story hour, music, and more! • Tour the Cottage: Take a guided tour of the Lincoln family's seasonal retreat. Regular ticket prices apply; visit our tickets page to purchase in advance. First tour begins at 10 AM; last tour at 3