Brandeis to honor Abraham Lincoln at 200

A Brandeis alumnus is preparing to share a piece of history with his alma mater. Brian Caplan 82, a New York City lawyer, will bring as many as 300 artifacts pertaining to President Abraham Lincoln and the Civil War to Brandeis in honor of Lincolns 200th birthday, which falls on Feb. 12.
Abraham Lincoln and the Civil War: A Commemorative Exhibition, hosted by the Robert D. Farber University Archives & Special Collections Department and Library and Technology Services, will begin with an opening reception at Rapaporte Treasure Hall on Feb. 10 from 5-9 p.m.