1+ hour, 28+ min ago  (336+ words) To celebrate the 100th anniversary of historic U. S. Route 66, visitors to the Illinois State Museum's new Route 66 exhibit in Springfield this summer can earn free weekday admission to the 2026 Illinois State Fair, happening Aug. 13-23. The promotion began June 8 and runs for the…...

2+ mon, 1+ week ago  (1523+ words) Historic buildings in downtown Springfield have been put on the market. Several properties along South Second, as well as on Capitol Avenue and Seventh Street, are ready for new owners, while two others have recently changed hands." All the Conn…...

2+ mon, 1+ week ago  (177+ words) Discover your very own Lincoln story right here in Springfield, where history isn't just a chapter " it's the whole book!" As the proud home to a treasure trove of historic sites connected to our nation's 16th president, Springfield is a vibrant…...

2+ mon, 1+ week ago  (243+ words) The Springfield Art Association is at the heart of Springfield's thriving arts and culture scene. Boasting two art galleries, an art school, a Lincoln-era historic house museum and a calendar packed with family-friendly events, there is always something to see…...

4+ mon, 10+ hour ago  (243+ words) Abraham Lincoln Long Nine Museum Open House Fri. , Feb. 13, 1-5 p. m. 200 S. Main St. , Athens Celebrate Abraham Lincoln's 217th birthday and his enduring legacy by attending this open house at the Abraham Lincoln Long Nine Museum. The museum is located inside the historic Col....