Route 66 Submerged: A Sunken Road. A Story Resurfaced.
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Route 66 Submerged: A Sunken Road. A Story Resurfaced.
Step aboard Route 66 SUBMERGED, a 45-minute interpretive boat tour on Lake Springfield that reveals a hidden chapter of America’s most iconic highway. Beneath the surface lies a stretch of Springfield’s original Route 66 alignment, submerged when Sugar Creek was dammed in 1933. Guided by local storytellers this immersive journey blends history, nature, and narrative—offering…
Monday, June 29, 2026
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Tuesday, June 30, 2026
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June 30, 2026 -Route 66 Untold Stories: Joliet Bus Trip
Route 66 Untold Stories: Joliet Bus Trip
The Illinois State Museum Society is celebrating the centennial of the Mother Road with a series of bus trips exploring the culture and history that grew along the iconic highway. Our second trip takes us north to Joliet, where we will delve into the Great Migration, the work of Ida B. Wells, and Illinois's influence…
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
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Thursday, July 2, 2026
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Friday, July 3, 2026
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Saturday, July 4, 2026
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July 4, 2026 -ALPLM Independence Day – Free Admission, Free Concerts, Kids & Pets Parade
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July 4, 2026 -America 250: America’s Ultimate Block Party at ALPLM
ALPLM Independence Day – Free Admission, Free Concerts, Kids & Pets Parade
SPRINGFIELD – The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum is throwing a block party to celebrate America’s 250th birthday, complete with free concerts, a “kids and pets” parade and an array of food trucks. The main event, a rousing performance by 3rd Coast Brass, Chicago’s premier symphonic brass band, starts at 6 p.m. on July 4. Admission to…
America 250: America’s Ultimate Block Party at ALPLM
The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum is joining the America 250 Celebration in a big way on the 4th of July – and you’re invited! The day begins with FREE admission to the museum at 9:00 a.m., where you’ll be able to fully explore the life and legacy of our 16th president – including…
Sunday, July 5, 2026
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