Events
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Route 66 Bob Waldmire Art Exhibit at The Pharmacy Gallery & Art Space
The Pharmacy Gallery & Art Space 623 E. Adams Street, Springfield, IL, United StatesIn celebration of the 100th Anniversary of Route 66, The Pharmacy will host a special Bob Waldmire Art Exhibit Bob Waldmire - Nomadic Hippie, gifted artist, and Route 66 icon. Immerse yourself in the legend's creative expressions and awe-inspiring attention to detail, celebrating the nostalgia and culture of Route 66. Springfield native Bob Waldmire was…
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Route 66: The Road That Takes You Photographic Exhibition by David J. Schwartz
The Pharmacy Gallery & Art Space 623 E. Adams Street, Springfield, IL, United StatesRoute 66: The Road That Takes You — Springfield Edition is a photography exhibition by Lakewood, Ohio photographer David J. Schwartz, whose work was selected for the official USPS Route 66 Centennial commemorative stamps. For more than two decades, Schwartz has traveled the length of Route 66, documenting the people, places, and quiet moments that…
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ALPLM ‘Pillars of Democracy’ Women’s Role in Democracy Art Exhibit Opens May 15
Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library & Museum 212 N 6th St, Springfield, IL, United StatesSPRINGFIELD – An art exhibition celebrating women’s vital role in democracy – and the hard work it took to get there – opens May 15 at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum with a presentation by artist Niki Johnson. The mixed-media portraits in Johnson’s “Pillars of Democracy” present the figures of Liberty, Justice, Freedom, and Forward as voters holding signs with sayings such as…
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2026 Irish Days Route 66 Celebration in Farmersville
Farmersville City Park/Farmersville Square 513 Elevator St., Farmersville, IL, United StatesJoin us for the 115th Irish Days Celebration, May 28-30th, 2026 in Farmersville & Waggoner! We have live bands, carnival rides, pageants, great food and so much more!! This year we have so much to celebrate! Not only is it the 115th Irish Days, but it is also the 100th Anniversary of Route 66. We…
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Downtown Bloomington Farmers Market
Downtown Bloomington 115 E Washington St, Bloomington, IL, United StatesMarket Day is calling! The Downtown Bloomington Farmers’ Market is a vibrant, community-centered market that brings together local farmers, artisans, and small businesses in the heart of the city. Held seasonally in historic Downtown Bloomington, the market offers a wide variety of fresh, locally grown produce, homemade baked goods, handcrafted items, and specialty foods—all sourced…
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Event postings are limited to events held in Route 66 communities in Illinois, and are a benefit to members of the Illinois Route 66 Scenic Byway.