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Brandenburg, Kentucky
INCLUDED WITH YOUR VOYAGE
Brandenburg, Kentucky Included Tour AN AMERICAN LEADER: THE LIFE AND PRESIDENCY OF ABRAHAM LINCOLN
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EXPLORE THE LINCOLN MUSEUM
Our first stop will be the Lincoln Museum, located in downtown Hodgenville in the National Historic District. The museum will follow the most pivotal points in the life of the sixteenth US president, from exhibits depicting the “Cabin Years” to the devastating assassination in “Ford’s Theatre.” Through a series of dioramas, exhibits, campaign posters, memorabilia, and life-size wax figures, we begin to piece together the importance that President Lincoln holds for the United States.
STEP INTO LINCOLN SQUARE
We will depart the museum and make our way to Lincoln Square to view the six-foot-tall bronze statue of President Lincoln sitting in an Empirestyle chair. A tall, bearded man will step out from behind the monument and introduce himself as “Abraham Lincoln,” the sixteenth president. The impersonator will begin to share stories of his past, highlighting key events during his presidency.
We continue our journey and after a short drive, our motorcoach will arrive at the Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historic Site, where we will learn about Lincoln’s humble beginnings. Discover how Abe's childhood shaped him with the character and leadership skills it would take to later make the decision to keep from dividing a nation; to fight for quality.
WATCH A SHORT FILM AND VISIT SINKING SPRING
After a visit to the Visitor Center, where a short film will be played, we finish our day at Sinking Spring – a freshwater spring where Lincoln and his family got their daily water supply. As the water trickles down into the spring, reflect on the remarkable impact that one man had on the people of the United States.
Please Note: There will be a $50 fully refundable deposit placed on each stateroom for each guest who books this tour. The deposit will be removed once the tour has been taken.
Brandenburg Premium Experience GENERAL GEORGE S. PATTON: A LEGACY OF LEADERSHIP HIGHLIGHTS
JOIN US ON AN EXCLUSIVE EXCURSION
American Queen Voyages Shore Excursions has received special permission from the Fort Knox Public Affairs Office to create this one-of-akind opportunity for our guests. Discover the historical and current role that Fort Knox plays in the development and strengthening of the United States armed forces.
EXPLORE THE GENERAL GEORGE PATTON MUSEUM
The original museum was opened in 1949 and showcased armored vehicles and items associated with General Patton. Today, the renovated and revitalized museum uses history as a vehicle to explore the leadership and legacy of one of America’s most prolific World War II Generals. Explore the largest collection of Patton artifacts, some of which were initially gathered by the General himself during his lifetime.
TAKE A LOOK INSIDE THE PROTECTED GATES
Once we re-board the motorcoach, we’ll embark on a driving exploration of Fort Knox. Discover the facilities of the fort and explore the cantonment area. Take further advantage of this opportunity inside the protected gates of Fort Knox for a question and answer session with our expert guide, who will provide insights into the history, security, and secrecy of Fort Knox.
GET A TASTE OF "ARMORED DIESEL"
While the life of General Patton may spark images of a hard-working, stern, and rugged leader, he was also known to sit back once in a while with a great-tasting Kentucky tradition: Bourbon. At Kentucky’s Boundary Oak Distillery, we’ll receive a personalized tour from the Master Distiller. Of course, no visit to a Kentucky distillery would be complete without a tasting. Boundary Oak Distillery offers a variety of bourbons, but they are known for their unique lavender bourbon and a Patton “Armored Diesel” bourbon, modeled after the very same recipe General Patton would share with his troops.
HALF-DAY $79
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