Simsbury Hosting Lincoln Re-Enactor In Special Birthday Event

SIMSBURY, CT — Today is a very special birthday when it comes to American presidents.

And folks are invited to celebrate Abraham Lincoln's birthday tonight (Wednesday, Feb. 12) at Eno Memorial Hall, 745 Hopmeadow St., Simsbury, for a special show featuring an actor's portrayal of the iconic American hero.

"Hear our 16th president's words and sense the deep, personal connection he had with the phrase 'All men are created equal' through Howard Wright's moving and extraordinary portrayal of Lincoln," wrote the Simsbury Historical Society, which is hosting the event.

The show will take place from 7 to 8:15 p.m. and it is free of charge for students, children, and Simsbury Historical Society members. The fee for non-members is $10, seniors $5, payable at the door.