Social Studies: The Rabbit Listened

140 Rock Creek Church Road Northwest,Washington DC 20011

09 October, 2021

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"Social Studies" - Family Programming About: While living at the Cottage, President Lincoln led the country through the Civil War and Emancipation. As a leader, Lincoln used his incredible listening skills to, not only hear others, but to also provide comfort and empathy. We, too, can cultivate awareness and understanding by listening with our ears and hearts. Reserve a table and join President Lincoln's Cottage in exercises to develop our listening skills through storytelling, hands-on activities, and reflection. In this program, participants (ages 2-8)* will…Participate in a group reading of The Rabbit Listened by Cori Doerrfeld Engage in a guided discussion on how listening can help us cultivate social awareness and relationship skillsCreate an imaginative accessory to help you practice your active listening skills *Program was developed for ages 2-8, but children of all ages are welcome to participate. Social Distancing & General InformationOutside The entire program will take place outside at our picnic area located behind the Robert H. Smith Visitor Education Center. When possible staff and visitors will maintain 6-feet of social distancing to reduce the risk of COVID-19 exposure. Admission To ensure safe social distancing, admission includes a reservation for a table for each family/group to use during and after the program. Tables come in sizes for up to 4 people or up to 8 people. We invite you to pack a picnic and stay with us after the end of the program. Mask Policy In accordance with Mayor Bowser's Order 2020-080 , visitors three years and older are required to wear face masks while outside. Security at the gate will ask to see your masks before allowing you to enter the grounds. Armed Forces Retirement Home President Lincoln’s Cottage is on the grounds of the Armed Forces Retirement Home. Security for the Armed Forces Retirement Home requires visitors to show valid identification at the security gate in order to enter the property.  Please be prepared to show your ID. Exploring beyond the boundaries of President Lincoln's Cottage is not permitted and results in trespassing on federal property. Additionally, the Creative Minds Play Space is closed. Please send any questions to [email protected]. All events are considered public events for the purpose of photography and video. President Lincoln’s Cottage is an historic site and museum located in the Petworth neighborhood in Northwest Washington, D.C. President Lincoln’s Cottage first opened to the public in February 2008. It is the only place the public can experience the history of Abraham Lincoln’s public and private life where he lived and worked for over a quarter of his presidency. While in residence at the Cottage, Lincoln visited with wounded soldiers, spent time with self-emancipated men, women and children, and developed the Emancipation Proclamation. The human cost of the Civil War surrounded him, undoubtedly impacted his thinking, and strengthened his resolve to challenge the status quo. Through innovative guided tours, exhibits and programs, we use Lincoln’s example to inspire visitors to take their own path to greatness, and preserve this place as an authentic, tangible connection to the past and a beacon of hope for all who take up Lincoln’s unfinished work.