The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum celebrated Lincoln’s birthday Wednesday with the official launch of Lincoln Unlocked, a new digital tool designed to enhance visitor experiences with interactive content, augmented reality, and themed tours.

Developed in partnership with Google Public Sector and Thoughtworks, Lincoln Unlocked allows visitors to use their phones to see historical figures come to life, hear Lincoln deliver the Gettysburg Address, and explore artifacts related to slavery and the Civil War. The app also offers accessibility features in multiple languages and allows users to engage with history remotely.

Executive Director Christina Shutt said the initiative expands the museum’s ability to share Lincoln’s legacy saying that this digital tool will add new layers to the experience of visiting the presidential museum.  She says it will help connect with younger generations that routinely explore the world with phones in hand.

Visitors can take themed tours focusing on women’s contributions, African American history, and an interactive trivia challenge. The app is free to download on Google Play and the Apple App Store, with more details available at LincolnUnlocked.com.