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From Home to House Museum JAHM Presentation
Planinsek Grocery & Meat Market Museum 1314 Elizabeth St., Joliet, IL, United StatesFrom Home to House Museum explores the transformation of a private residence into a public historic site. This lecture walks through each stage of the process—from new construction and adapting the site for public visitors, to documenting and inventorying its contents, to thoughtfully curating spaces for public interpretation. Attendees will gain insight into how everyday…
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Tammi’s Treasures Antiques & More and Sweet Pea’s Antiques & More Fall Sale
Tammi's Treasures Antiques & More 490 Illinois Highway 104, Divernon, IL, United StatesTammi’s Treasures Antiques & More and Sweet Pea’s Antiques & More Fall Sale! Sept. 25-27 10% Off Everything! Register to win a tabletop Blackstone! Open Daily 10-5:30 Exit 82 Off…
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Lincoln: The Man, The Myth, The Legend – Rick Klindinst
Horsefeathers/Wild Hare Cafe 104 Governor Oglesby St, Elkhart, IL, United StatesThe Elkhart Illinois Historical Society invites the public to Lincoln: The Man, The Myth, The Legend, a dinner lecture presented by Rick Klinedinst, exploring the many myths and conflicting stories about the events that took place during Lincoln’s Lifetime. For instance, did he have a dream about his death just days before his assassination? Were bankers behind…
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Gillespie Fourth Friday September 2026
Downtown Gillespie Macoupin & Pine Streets, Gillespie, IL, United StatesCome on out each Fourth Friday in Gillespie! September 25th will continue the series with another street fair on Chestnut St. between Macoupin & Montgomery. The Lions Club will be…
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2026 International Route 66 Mother Road Festival
Downtown Springfield #1 Old State Capitol Plaza, Springfield, IL, United StatesThe 25th Annual Route 66 Mother Road Festival is September 25-27, 2026. The cars, the music, the fun and nostalgia that Route 66 has brought to generations will return for another year, rolling into historic downtown Springfield in September. Admission is FREE for spectators. The show is locally managed by Greg “Coop” and Sue Cooper,…
