Ok, this very well might be the most random news I’ve ever posted on here. But it’s been a bit slow and this is too entertaining not to share. Plus, it’s local!
Yes, you did read the title correctly. It turns out that our local mall is going to be displaying a replica of the former president’s casket.
The replica casket was created by an Indiana company from the only known photo of Lincoln lying in state. It’s a little longer than 6 feet long with a white interior and silver handles and has traveled the country for years. The only differences are the replica isn’t lined with lead, and there’s no silver plate with Lincoln’s information on the exterior.
It’s in the area for a couple days and then will spend a couple days at the mall itself.
Turns out the casket is being hosted by Pima Medical Institute’s mortuary science program, which is located a few blocks from the mall. Pima officials say the two-year program helps guide students to careers as funeral directors and embalmers while focusing on compassionate care. The casket is being displayed Wednesday and Thursday atPima’s campus, 9709 Third Ave. N.E., then goes to the mall for two days.
Source:
http://blog.seattlepi.com/thebigblog/2012/01/03/dead-presidents-casket-visits-northgate-mall/
Also, if you want to know about Lincoln’s casket and his burial, Wikipedia has all sorts of crazy info. Did you know that he has been moved 17 times and had his coffin opened 6 times?
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