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The Thomas Memorial Collection contains materials related to Abraham Lincoln and the Civil War. This digital exhibit is an ongoing project. As such, content will be added throughout the year.

ABOUT

Included in this collection are more than 2,700 volumes as well as authentic photos concerning Abraham Lincoln and the Civil War. A $10 check signed by Lincoln is also part of the collection and has been included in The Papers of Abraham Lincoln project. Other interesting materials include a piece of oak from the floor of Lincoln’s Springfield law office, a gavel made from a tree planted by Lincoln, and a section of his original marble sarcophagus. Several oil portraits of Lincoln also make up this collection.

A BRIEF HISTORY

Dr. Vernon L. Thomas, along with Dr. Russell C. Slater and John W. Fling, Jr., contributed books, photos, periodicals, and other memorabilia concerning Abraham Lincoln and the Civil War. The collection was opened to the public on July 4, 1976.

LEARN MORE

Visit the Thomas Memorial Collection page on the library's website to view the finding aid and request to view items in person.

  • 32 Pound Solid Shot Cannon Ball

    32 Pound Solid Shot Cannon Ball

  • Bullets

    Bullets

  • Bullets from the Battle of Vicksburg

    Bullets from the Battle of Vicksburg

  • Butler Portrait

    Butler Portrait

  • Double Sided Campaign Pin

    Double Sided Campaign Pin

  • Single Sided Campaign Pin

    Single Sided Campaign Pin

  • The Lincoln Calendar

    The Lincoln Calendar

  • Walt Whitman Poems about Abraham Lincoln

    Walt Whitman Poems about Abraham Lincoln

  • Watercolor Miniature of Abraham Lincoln

    Watercolor Miniature of Abraham Lincoln

  • Lincoln Gavel

    Lincoln Gavel

  • Lincoln Oak Floor Piece

    Lincoln Oak Floor Piece

  • Marble from Lincoln's Sarcophagus

    Marble from Lincoln's Sarcophagus

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