Abraham Lincoln Presenter Lonn Pressnall

“Lonn Pressnall portrayed Abraham Lincoln at the Grand Opening of Missouri Historical Society’s display of the Smithsonian Institute traveling exhibit:” The American Presidency: A Glorious Burden.” Mr. Pressnall along with General Grant and Harry Truman mingled and chatted in first person with the attendees for several hours and did a wonderful job. Lonn was also present at our VIP Reception the night before and did an absolutely fabulous job entertaining ours guests with his folksy demeanor and colloquial speech. I would recommend Lonn for any gathering or event where an authentic and, perhaps just as important, easy to work with Abraham Lincoln is needed.”
-Barnes M. Bradshaw, Events Coordinator, Missouri Historical Society ___________________________________________________________________________________________ “Lonn Pressnall’s presentation of Springfield’s best-known resident is authentic, thoughtful, and genuine. Lonn’s deep appreciation for Abraham Lincoln is apparent in his vast knowledge of stories, folklore, and historical accounts. Lonn has quickly become downtown Springfield’s favorite Lincoln”
-Megan Derrig-Green, Event Coordinator, Downtown Springfield, Inc

“Students were fascinated by Mr. Pressnall’s presentation and it inspired them to further their study of Abraham Lincoln.”
-Kristy Hayes, 4th grade teacher at Glenwood Intermediate School, Chatham, IL

“Abraham Lincoln told us all about his family. He also told us about getting kicked in the head by a horse when he was nine and why one eye is different from the other.”
-Madison Hickey, 4th grade student at Glenwood Intermdiate School

“Lonn Pressnall brought the spirit of Abraham Lincoln alive for all of our students.”
-Toni Musgrove, 4th grade teacher at Genwood Intermediate School Chatham, IL

“After coming into contact with many Abrahams Lincoln portrayers over the last two years as Executive Director of the Macon County Historical Museum, an official “Looking for Lincoln” Coalition site, I found Mr. Pressnall’s portrayal of Lincoln to be one of the most insightful into the real character of the President, while not forgetting to capture and to express the true humor of Lincoln.”
-Patrick McDaniel, Executive Director , Macon County Historical Society