Events

Journey to Freedom Illinois’ Underground Railroad
Pontiac Public Library 211 E Madison St, Pontiac, IL, United StatesPontiac Tourism, in partnership with the Pontiac Public Library, has brought a new traveling exhibit, “Journey to Freedom Illinois’ Underground Railroad” to Pontiac! See this new exhibit for yourself from January 31st to March 5th, 2025, during regular business hours at the Pontiac Public Library. The exhibit will also feature the Underground Railroad Quilt Walk:…
Celebrate Black History Month with the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum
Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library & Museum 212 N 6th St, Springfield, IL, United StatesSPRINGFIELD – Two rare treasures illustrating highs and lows of Black history in America are going on display at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum, which will also celebrate Black History Month with the return of a short play telling the inspiring story of Robert Smalls and his daring escape from slavery. For the first…
Lunch & Learn: Doing Oral Histories and the Bloomington-Normal Black History Project
McLean County Museum of History/Cruisin' with Lincoln 66 Visitors Center 200 N. Main Street, Bloomington, IL, United StatesBring your lunch and join us Join us for an engaging talk on doing oral histories and the Bloomington-Normal Black History Project during our Lunch & Learn on Thursday, February 13, from 12:10 to 1:00 p.m. with Andrew Thomas, chairperson of the Bloomington-Normal Black History Project. Doing an oral history is not a “one-size-fits-all” project.…
Brushville at Route 66 MotorHeads Bar & Grill
Route 66 Motorheads Bar-Grill-Museum 600 Toronto Rd, Springfield, IL, United StatesWe are super excited to be rocking Motorheads on Feb 14th for Valentine's Day with the band, Brushville! Make sure to get their early for a good seat, showtime 8pm. THIS ISN’T JUST A BAND…IT’S AN EXPERIENCE. Brushville blends four extremely talented musicians, with incredible harmonies, an explosive stage show and a fresh, dynamic sound…
Buzz Bomb Movie Night
Buzz Bomb Brewing 406 East Adams Street, Springfield, IL, United StatesBYOB - Bring Your Own Blanket and come hang out with us for our very first Buzz Bomb Movie Night! Craft beer, Canned Cocktails, snacks, and more available. Cast your vote for which movie we will watch between 6:30pm and 6:50pm. Movie starts at 7pm! Buzz Bomb Brewing offers many ongoing events throughout the year,…
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