The "Lost Speech:" Lincoln's Greatest Ever?

Come hear Abraham Lincoln (portrayed by professional Lincoln presenter Kevin Wood) discuss the dramatic events leading up to his famous speech from May 1856 that was never written down, supposedly because the newspapermen were so enthralled with his words that they laid down their pens. Despite later successes such as his “House-Divided” Speech, his First and Second Inaugural Addresses, and his Gettysburg Address, some historians consider this “Lost Speech” to be his greatest ever. After discussing the historical context of the speech, namely the struggle over the Territory of Kansas, Mr. Lincoln will re-create it in abridged form (the original was an hour and a half long!). After the presentation, Mr. Lincoln will have a Q&A and be available to chat and take pictures.

About the presenter: Kevin Wood is a professional Lincoln presenter who bears a remarkable resemblance to “the Great Emancipator” and who is extremely knowledgeable about his life and times. Mr. Wood has been portraying Mr. Lincoln since the year 2000, and on a professional basis since 2015. He has made 1,260 appearances in 31 states plus Washington DC and two foreign countries: Canada and Spain. Mr. Wood also writes a blog – “Loath to Close… Still!” – which encourages others to reflect upon and learn from President Lincoln’s life and legacy. For more information, visit www.mrlincoln.com.