Events
‘Freedom in Form’ Exhibition at Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum
Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library & Museum 212 N 6th St, Springfield, IL, United StatesSPRINGFIELD – A major exhibition that celebrates the groundbreaking art of sculptor Richard Hunt and the history that inspired it opened Friday at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum. “Freedom in Form: Richard Hunt” runs through April 20, 2025. Hunt, who lived and worked in Chicago all his life, produced more public sculptures than…
2024 Route 66 Miles of Possibility Conference
Wildey Theatre 252 North Main Street, Edwardsville, IL, United StatesMark Your Calendars for the Ninth Annual Miles of Possibility Route 66 Conference Thursday-Sunday, October 31 - November 3, 2024, at the fabulous Wildey Theatre in Edwardsville, Illinois, presented by the Great Rivers & Routes Convention & Visitors Bureau. More announcements coming soon! https://route66milesofpossibility.com
Area 66 Haunted School at Pink Elephant Antique Mall
Pink Elephant Antique Mall 908 Veterans Memorial Dr., Livingston, IL, United StatesHave you ever wondered what happens in the old Livingston High School after the Pink Elephant Antique Mall closes? Now is your chance to get a peek! The school ran normally for 75 years, but what caused it to close? Are there teachers and students still roaming the halls? Are there spirits attached to the…
24th Annual Art Walk in Historic Downtown Bloomington
Downtown Bloomington Art Galleries Center-Monroe-Main-Jefferson-Locust Streets, Bloomington, IL, United StatesDelve into Downtown Bloomington’s rich art scene during the 24th Annual Art Walk Weekend in Historic Downtown Bloomington Nov. 1 & 2! With 12 unique art studios and galleries within eight blocks of each other, visitors can explore a wide variety of art mediums and styles. This art-filled weekend kicks off early at 4 p.m.…
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…
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