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Route 66 Bob Waldmire Art Exhibit at The Pharmacy Gallery & Art Space
The Pharmacy Gallery & Art Space 623 E. Adams Street, Springfield, IL, United StatesIn 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…
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Rare Mary Lincoln Dress on Display at Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum
Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library & Museum 212 N 6th St, Springfield, IL, United StatesSPRINGFIELD – 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…
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Route 66: The Road That Takes You Photographic Exhibition by David J. Schwartz
The Pharmacy Gallery & Art Space 623 E. Adams Street, Springfield, IL, United StatesRoute 66: The Road That Takes You — Springfield Edition is a photography exhibition by Lakewood, Ohio photographer David J. Schwartz, whose work was selected for the official USPS Route 66 Centennial commemorative stamps. For more than two decades, Schwartz has traveled the length of Route 66, documenting the people, places, and quiet moments that…
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America’s 250: Independence Won – And Almost Lost – Rick Klinedinst
Elkhart Christian Church Fellowship Community Center 206 S. Gillett St., Elkhart, IL, United StatesElkhart Illinois Historical Society Announces Dinner Lecture “America 250: Independence Won—And Almost Lost” The Elkhart Illinois Historical Society will present a dinner lecture titled “America 250: Independence Won—And Almost Lost” on April 17 at 206 S. Gillett St., Elkhart, Illinois. Doors will open at 5:00 p.m., with dinner served at 5:30 p.m., followed by the lecture. The cost is $50 per person, and…
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Main Street Mingle in Virden
Virden on the Square 175 E Jackson, Virden, IL, United StatesMain Street Mingle season is officially ready for vendor sign-ups — and trust us, this year is going to be BIG. With themed events, our Renaissance edition, and the massive Route 66 Centennial Celebration closing out the season, you’re going to want in on this one. Location: Old Route 66 – Virden Town Square 9…
