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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…
History in our Hands at JAHM
Joliet Area Historical Museum 204 N Ottawa St, Joliet, IL, United StatesA community coalition of the Joliet Area Historical Museum, Joliet Area African-American Context Study, and History on Wheels Museum are seeking photos, artifacts & Archival Material to expand holdings on…
Songs of the Illinois Freedom Road Performance by Chris Vallillo
The Eagle Performing Arts & Conference Center 319 N Plum St, Pontiac, I, United StatesAward winning folk musician and folklorist Chris Vallillo brings the music and the stories of the Underground Railroad in Illinois to life in this engaging and powerful show featuring first person accounts of Freedom Seekers as well as performances and insights into the music that drove this historic movement. While traditional accounts of the underground…
Kids Build a Sundae Extravaganza at Twistee Treat Diner
Pink Elephant Antique Mall/Twistee Treat Diner 908 Veterans Memorial Dr., Livingston, IL, United States🍨 Calling all kids 15 and under! 🍨 Get ready for a night of sweet fun at our Build-A-Sundae Extravaganza at Twistee Treat Diner! 🎉 🗓️ Mark your calendar: Saturday, February 22nd, 2025 ⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM 📍 Where: Twistee Treat Diner Kids 15 and younger can create their dream sundae: ✅…
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