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…
True Crime Dinner Mystery Show at Route 66 MotorHeads Bar & Grill
Route 66 Motorheads Bar-Grill-Museum 600 Toronto Rd, Springfield, IL, United StatesTrue Crime Dinner Mystery Show - The Dinner Detective at Route 66 MotorHeads Bar & Grill! Happy hour drink specials starting at 6 pm with happy hour hordezvours.Dinner and show start at 7 pm.Purchas tickets at door $65 eachPatrons will fill out an information card at the door along with their dinner /dessert order.Bourbon Glazed…
Annual St. Jude’s Chili Cook-Off at Route 66 MotorHeads Bar & Grill
Route 66 Motorheads Bar-Grill-Museum 600 Toronto Rd, Springfield, IL, United StatesAnnual St. Jude's Chili Cook-Off at Route 66 MotorHeads Bar & Grill! Calling all Chili Aficionados! We are so honored to have the incredible Lick Creek performing this year! Chili Cooks sign up by calling or emailing Monica at 217-679-7323/monica@66motorheads.com. $35 per team (to St Judes). trophies 1st-3rd & "People Choice" Chili cooks start at…
Buzz Bomb Brewing Co 7 Years to Cheers!
Buzz Bomb Brewing 406 East Adams Street, Springfield, IL, United StatesWhoa, it's been 7 years! Saturday March 1st, help us celebrate 7 years of bringing you the best beer and entertainment around. The day kicks off at 11am will feature anniversary drink specials, a BRAND NEW beer, and a BRAND NEW limited edition hoodie. The the Frank Trompeter Trio that evening! A Taste of Seoul…
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