Reenacted Wedding of Abraham Lincoln and Mary Todd | Springfield, Illinois | Visit Springfield
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November 1, 2025
2pm

The Cathedral Church of St. Paul
815 S. 2nd St., Springfield
stpaulscathedralevents@gmail.com

Free


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Step inside the very church where Reverend Dresser once pastored and witness a heartfelt reenactment of the Lincoln wedding. Featuring a period-costumed wedding couple and a specially recreated gown inspired by Mary Lincoln’s imagined attire—meticulously crafted using historical references and fashion details of the day.  Candlelight and live music evoke the warmth of a 19th-century celebration. After the vows, enjoy a reception that offers a taste of history: a cake made from an authentic 1840s recipe.

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