Route 66 Bob Waldmire Art Exhibit at The Pharmacy Gallery & Art Space
The Pharmacy Gallery & Art Space 623 E. Adams Street, Springfield
Rare Mary Lincoln Dress on Display at Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum
Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library & Museum 212 N 6th St, SpringfieldWeek of Events
Route 66 Bob Waldmire Art Exhibit at The Pharmacy Gallery & Art Space
In celebration of the 100th Anniversary of Route 66, The Pharmacy will host a special Bob Waldmire Art Exhibit Bob Waldmire - Nomadic Hippie, gifted artist, and Route 66 icon. Immerse yourself in the legend's creative expressions and awe-inspiring attention to detail, celebrating the nostalgia and culture of Route 66. Springfield native Bob Waldmire was…
Rare Mary Lincoln Dress on Display at Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum
SPRINGFIELD – One of the few surviving dresses worn by Mary Lincoln is now on display at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum, offering visitors their first chance to see the fragile garment in 15 years. Known as the “strawberry dress” for its decorative pattern of berries and leaves, the dress can be seen in the special…
Monday, March 16, 2026
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Tuesday, March 17, 2026
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Wednesday, March 18, 2026
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March 18, 2026 -“Bike Vessel” Movie Screens at the Normal Theater in support of the Town of Normal’s Bicycle Friendly Community Initiative
“Bike Vessel” Movie Screens at the Normal Theater in support of the Town of Normal’s Bicycle Friendly Community Initiative
The Town of Normal is very excited to be showing Bike Vessel as our 2026 “winter bike movie” on Wednesday, March 18 at 7 p.m. at the Normal Theater. (We’ve hosted an annual bike movie for many years – always a great time!) As you will read in the attached press release, this movie has…
Thursday, March 19, 2026
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Friday, March 20, 2026
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March 20, 2026 -Elkhart Historical Society – Route 66’s History & Future – Scott McCoy
Elkhart Historical Society – Route 66’s History & Future – Scott McCoy
The 2026 calendar will give many an opportunity to “Get their Kicks on Route 66”, as part of the Mother Road’s 100th anniversary. To help begin the celebration, the Elkhart Historical Society’s first dinner lecture of the year, will be held on Friday, March 20th, at Horsefeather’s Wild Hare Café – doors open at 5 p.m.,…
Saturday, March 21, 2026
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March 21, 2026 -Gillespie 100th Anniversary Route 66 Chicken & Beer Dance
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March 21, 2026 -Chris Vallillo’s Forgottonia at The Eagle Theater in Partnership with The Pontiac Public Library
Gillespie 100th Anniversary Route 66 Chicken & Beer Dance
A milestone in American road history is coming to Gillespie as the town marks Route 66’s 100th anniversary with a Roaring ’20s–themed night of food, music, and dancing. The 100th Anniversary Route 66 Chicken, Beer & Dance, organized by Grow Gillespie, invites residents and highway enthusiasts to gather for an evening that nods to the…
Chris Vallillo’s Forgottonia at The Eagle Theater in Partnership with The Pontiac Public Library
The Pontiac Public Library has received a Creative Projects award from the Illinois Arts Council to bring the new show Forgottonia to the Eagle Center For The Performing Arts in Pontiac, IL on Saturday, March 21st, 2026. “We are thrilled to welcome Chris back to Pontiac for another unforgettable show. Forgottonia is a truly unique…
Sunday, March 22, 2026
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March 22, 2026 -The Journey of Mollie’s War: WACS and World War II
The Journey of Mollie’s War: WACS and World War II
As JAHM celebrates Women's History Month, the museum will host Cyndee Schaffer - Co-Author and Presenter of this extraordinary look into the history of women in the military, based largely in part on her mother's (Mollie) first-hand experience as a WAC (Women’s Army Corp) in WWII, from her time in the Medical Intelligence Division to…