Lincoln-Douglas Society

10/03/2025

Congratulations to our partners at Looking For Lincoln for their Award of Excellence from the American Association for State and Local History (AASLH) for the traveling exhibit 'Journey to Freedom: Illinois' Underground Railroad Story.'

We were fortunate to have the exhibit at the Freeport Public Library in March 2025 and are not surprised it gained such amazing honors - it was a fantastic addition to our Lincoln story!

Congratulations Looking for Lincoln!

07/10/2025

Due to weather, tonight's Music on Debate Square with Ukulele Express 815 - Music on Debate Square is moving to Winneshiek Playhouse!

04/09/2025

Check out more information on Pretzel City Polka Fest and other great events and activities for National Pretzel Day on April 26 in this week's episode of Freepod - The news you've been missing!
Don't forget to get your polka fest tickets today!

Here's your in-depth interview for April 8, 2025!

FREEPOD and TimBeck2 host Tim Connors chats with Nicole Haas & Katie Gentz from the Greater Freeport Partnership and Mike Marten of Mort's Bar and Grill about Pretzel Fest hosted by GFP and Polka Fest hosted by Lincoln-Douglas Society coming up Saturday, April 26th. Also on that day Is Winnie Rock City at Winneshiek Playhouse! See link in the comments!

Listen here: https://freepod.org/current

02/21/2025

In addition to the Looking For Lincoln Illinois Underground Railroad exhibit, we have great programs to deepen the understanding of the stories and challenges of the time. Mark your calendars to join us for these great upcoming programs at the Freeport Public Library - Freeport, IL!

08/01/2024

Thursday Night (TONIGHT) at 6:30 p.m.
Music on Debate Square!!!
Southpaw Stance!!!!
The Boys are Back!!!
Pasch Justin
Nick Raab
Adam Rodebaugh

Bring a lawnchair, blanket, your puppy on a leash, some $$$ for ice cream and a goodwill offering!

RAIN PLACE--Thanks to the Wagner House for stepping in if there is rain.
Scattered Showers--we will be in the covered beer garden.
Consistent Rain--we will be inside!