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Sitting with Lincoln - Vandalia, Illinois Poster
by Susan Rissi Tregoning
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Sitting with Lincoln - Vandalia, Illinois poster by Susan Rissi Tregoning. Our posters are produced on acid-free papers using archival inks to guarantee that they last a lifetime without fading or loss of color. All posters include a 1" white border around the image to allow for future framing and matting, if desired.
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“Sitting with Lincoln” in front of the Old State Capitol in Vandalia, Illinois.
This full-size bronze by John McClarey of Decatur,... more
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“Sitting with Lincoln” in front of the Old State Capitol in Vandalia, Illinois.
This full-size bronze by John McClarey of Decatur, Illinois, is in front of the restored Old State Capitol, where Lincoln first served as a member of the General Assembly. Abraham Lincoln began his political career here, making $4 a day. Lincoln is said to be responsible for getting the Capitol moved from Vandalia to Springfield.
Many are not aware that Illinois had two other capital cities before Springfield. Kaskaskia, which was in a flood plain on the Mississippi River and now is primarily underwater, and the small town of Vandalia, which is still home to the Oldest State Capitol building in the state.
This Federal-style building was the Illinois State Capitol building for a very short time, from 1836-1839. It is the third capitol building to be built in Vandalia. Unfortunately, the first one was lost in a suspected arson fire, and the other was dismantled so parts could be reu...
About Susan Rissi Tregoning
I'm a travel photographer that enjoys photographing United States architecture, nature, and transportation. As the 8th photographer in 4 generations of my family, I don't remember a time when photography was not part of my life. By the time I was five years old, I was standing on a stool in the darkroom, helping my dad develop pictures. It was my job to transfer the photos from the hypo to the water bath. I went to college for interior design. After I graduated, I had a long successful career as an art buyer and designer for a large home furnishings company. In 2006, I had a significant life change. My husband became a medical traveler, and I decided to put my career on hold to tag along. In the process, I found my roots again. What...
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