The Nature of Freedom: A Literary Commemoration of Juneteenth
The Nature of Freedom: A Literary Commemoration of Juneteenth is a readers theater piece; a style of theater in which the actors present the script without costumes, scenery, or special lighting. Actors use only scripts and vocal expression to help the audience understand and follow the story. Sources are cited throughout the 30-minute act and include: Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Rosa Parks, Langston Hughes, Harriet Tubman, Dr. Maya Angelou, Robert Smalls, Harriet Beecher Stowe, and Henry Bibb. The play is directed by Reggie Guyton, with script by Ed MacMurdo.
This special presentation will take place on Wednesday evening, June 18, at 6:30 p.m. in the ALPLM Union Theater. The program is free to attend but advance registration is required.
There are additional opportunities for you to experience this inspiring production.
Thursday, June 11, at 12:00 p.m.
Saturday, June 13, at 12:00 p.m.
Wednesday, June 17, at 12:00 p.m.
Friday, June 19, at 12:00 p.m.
The daytime performances are included with your regular museum admission.
June 18, 2026 6:30 PM – June 18, 2026 7:30 PM
Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum
212 N Sixth St
212 N 6th St
Springfield, Illinois 62701
Admission is free
Register online at https://www.tix.com/ticket-sales/ALPLMSpecialEvents/2469/event/1472245
(217) 558-8844
https://presidentlincoln.illinois.gov/Event/30896/The-Nature-of-Freedom-A-Literary-Commemoration-of-Juneteenth/event-details/