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After a 140 year absence the 'Lincoln Banner' is back in Norwich. Back, they say, in its rightful home. John Marasco, Norwich: "This is part of Norwich's history, it only belongs here, it can't go anyplace else, it shouldn't go anyplace else. This is ours". The silk banner became theirs more than a year ago, bought at auction for $35,000. For another $25,000 the city had this dusty relic restored and preserved. Ron Aliano, Norwich: "It had to be fumigated, it had to be cleaned inch by inch, they went through an entire process."
Joe Gaultieri, Slater Museum: "It's created a great deal of interest in the community and I'm sure we'll have a tremendous turnout through the period of the exhibition." From there, this symbol of Norwich's past goes to City Hall where it will hang permanently, not only as a source of pride but also as a testament to this community's spirit. Richard Abele, City Council President: "There's great things happening, and the rose of New England is starting to bloom again and people are taking pride in it, and the banner is a major part of it."
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Town Celebrates Restoration of Lincoln Banner
(Norwich-WTNH) _ It's been a banner day in Norwich, literally, as the the city unveiled a historic banner first used in the 1860s to welcome Abraham Lincoln to town. The fragile silk flag has been carefully restored and is ready to occupy a place of honor.
Now the 6' by 7' banner is ready to be seen again. After being officially unveiled to the public tonight it will go on display at the Slater Museum alongside other Civil War era memorabilia. Obviously, the Lincoln Banner is going to be the main attraction here at the exhibit. I bet you can guess where they're gonna hang it.