Sons of Lincoln: Four Boys in a Tumultuous Era explores the lives of Abraham Lincoln’s four sons—Robert, Edward, William, and Thomas—from their early years in Springfield, Illinois, to their time in the White House and beyond. From the long and complex life of Robert to the shorter lives of Edward, William, and Thomas, their stories reveal a family shaped by both opportunity and loss.
Join us to discover how these four boys experienced childhood, family, and legacy against the backdrop of a rapidly changing nation.
📅 2:00 pm on Wednesday, May 20, 2026
📧 Questions? Contact us at Lincoln@ACPL.info