History
23rd Annual Route 66 International Film Festival
Hoogland Center for the Arts 420 South Sixth Street, Springfield, IL, United StatesWelcome to the captivating world of the Rt. 66 Film Festival – an event that seamlessly merges the allure of cinema with the spirit of adventure. This festival stands as a celebration of storytelling, creativity, and cultural exploration, drawing filmmakers, enthusiasts, and cinephiles from all corners of the globe. With a nod to the legendary…
Melanie Holmes, Author of “100 Things To Do in Illinois Before You Die,” To Be at Lincoln Heritage Museum
Lincoln Heritage Museum 1115 Nicholson Road, Lincoln, IL, United StatesThink you’ve seen all the best parts of Illinois? Author Melanie Holmes is ready to share some adventure stories and tips for seeing and absorbing the best of this culturally entertaining state of Illinois. The Lincoln Heritage Museum will welcome Holmes at 1 p.m. on Saturday, November 9 as she discusses her book, “100 Things…
CIFSC Presents: Let’s Skate Route 66!
Grossinger Motors Arena 101 S. Madison Street, Bloomington, IL, United StatesJoin our skaters in celebrating the history of Route 66 and journey through the trip with classic tunes. Skaters from all ages and all levels will be showcasing their talents for a family oriented, fun-filled afternoon of entertainment. Participants will be from our club as well as members of the community enrolled in the Parks…
2024 Illinois Main Street Conference
Downtown Batavia 10 S Batavia Ave, Batavia, United StatesRegistration is Now Open for the 2024 Illinois Main Street State Conference will be held in Batavia, Illinois on November 12-14th, 2024. Powered by community, dedicated professionals, volunteers, and civic leaders, historic Main Street districts and neighborhood commercial corridors are at the heart of—and essential to—thriving communities. The Illinois Main Street Conference brings together leaders,…
Route 66 Celebration at Lincoln Library
Lincoln Library 326 S. 7th Street, Springfield, IL, United StatesJoin Lincoln Library in Downtown Springfield to celebrate the Mother Road with Dwight Cannon, president of the Route 66 Association of Illinois. He'll share stories and lore about our part of the road, and the part that Central Illinois played in the legendary trips from Chicago to LA.