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Chicago, IL
Founded in 1971, Landmarks Illinois is the state’s leading voice for historic preservation. As a membership-based nonprofit organization, they promote preservation, restoration and adaptive reuse of buildings and sites of many types in order to leverage our past to create a better future. Landmarks Illinois is pleased to announce it has acquired Illinois Main Street (IMS), a robust community development network focused on commercial corridors, downtown districts and small business economic development, from its partners at Main Street America.
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Events on Illinois Route 66
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Landmarks Illinois Richard H. Driehaus Foundation Preservation Awards
Art Institute 111 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL, United StatesSince 1994, the Landmarks Illinois Richard H. Driehaus Foundation Preservation Awards has honored individuals, organizations, projects and programs whose work demonstrate a commitment to historic preservation. A generous grant from the Richard H. Driehaus Foundation enables Landmarks Illinois to present awards annually in various categories. The awards ceremony is held each fall. Join us November…
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A Night of Poe at Inn at 835
Inn at 835 835 S. 2nd St., Springfield, IL, United StatesA Night of Poe is a hauntingly immersive evening where Edgar Allan Poe's most famous tales come alive through immersive theater, live music, theatrical storytelling, and expertly crafted cocktails. Over the course of a 90-minute journey, guests are drawn into Poe's world of mystery, madness, and the macabre as actors, musicians, and performers weave together…
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Illinois Route 66 Scenic Centennial Celebration & Concert
Route 66 Motorheads Bar-Grill-Museum 600 Toronto Rd, Springfield, IL, United StatesSTARSHIP Featuring Mickey Thomas to Headline Route 66 Centennial Celebration in Springfield Legendary rock band STARSHIP Featuring Mickey Thomas will headline The Route 66 Centennial Celebration on November 11, 2026, at Route 66 Motorheads…
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Christmas Open House at Tammi’s Treasures Antiques & More and Sweet Pea’s Antiques & More
Tammi's Treasures Antiques & More 490 Illinois Highway 104, Divernon, IL, United States +1 moreJoin Tammi’s Treasures Antiques & More and Sweet Pea’s Antiques & More for their annual Christmas Open House, November 13–15! Both Antique Stores will be open from 10:00-5:30pm. Enjoy 10% off everything at both stores, holiday inspiration, unique finds, and thoughtful gifts for the season. Visitors can also enjoy Pictures with Santa on November 14…
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2026 Illinois Main Street Conference
President Abraham Lincoln Springfield - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel 701 E Adams St, Springfield, IL, United StatesJoin statewide leaders, advocates, and community champions in Springfield to learn from industry experts about growing and sustaining downtown districts as vibrant centers of economic and social opportunity. This year’s…