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Stories of Lincoln's community members enhances what we know about his life| Community Voices

Tim Townsend
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Tim Townsend is the Chief of Interpretation and Historian at the Lincoln Home National Historic Site

Tim Townsend is the Chief of Interpretation and Historian at the Lincoln Home National Historic Site in Springfield, Ill. He spoke to Community Voices about Springfield’s rich history, which includes not only stories about Lincoln, but also other lesser-known stories about the people of color and immigrants who lived in Lincoln’s community.

Originally aired March 10, 2022.

Vanessa was the Community Voices Production Coordinator at NPR Illinois from 2021-2025. She continues her passion for broadcasting as a co-host of the Beyond the Mouse podcast for the Front Row Network.
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