The Lincoln Presidential Foundation’s Four Score Speakers Series brings you the latest scholarship through book talks, expert conversations, and webinar presentations designed to inspire intellectual curiosity, and promote civil discourse. This series provides meaningful engagement for our members, supporters, and partners, connecting them with leading voices in history, political science, the arts, culture, and more.
Featured Events
September 9, 2026 - Join us on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, at 7 p.m. CT for an exciting in-person event featuring author Dr. Matthew Pinsker. Stay tuned for more information soon!
October 14, 2026 - Join us on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at 7 p.m. CT for an informative conversation with author Dr. Hilary N. Green on her latest book Unforgettable Sacrifice: How Black Communities Remembered the Civil War.
November 12, 2026 - Join us on Thursday, November 12, 2026, at 7 p.m. CT for an engaging conversation with author Dr. Jonathan S. Jones on his latest book Opium Slavery: Civil War Veterans and America's First Opioid Crisis.
January 19, 2027 - Join us Tuesday, January 19, 2027, at 7 p.m. CT for an exciting conversation with author Joshua Claybourn on his latest book Lincoln’s Compass: The Declaration of Independence and the American Idea.
February 17, 2027 - Join us on Wednesday, February 17, 2027, at 7 p.m. CT for a round table discussion on the book Why Lincoln? with Dr. Jonathan White, Michelle Krowl, Erin Carlson Mast, Dr. Christian McWhirter.
March 3, 2027 - Join us Wednesday, March 3, 2027, at 7 p.m. CT for an enlightening conversation with author Dr. Anne E. Marshall on her latest book Cassius Marcellus Clay: The Life of an Antislavery Slaveholder and the Paradox of American Reform.
April 14, 2027 - Join us on Wednesday, April 14, 2027, at 7 p.m. CT for an engaging conversation with author Lois Romano on her latest book, An Inconvenient Widow: The Torment, Trial, and Triumph of Mary Todd Lincoln.
May 11, 2027 - Join us Tuesday, May 11, 2027, at 7 p.m. CT for an exciting conversation with author Kevin M. Levin on his latest book, A Glorious Fate: The Life and Legacy of Colonel Robert Shaw.