Events
2024 Elkhart Historical Society Wildflower Nature Walks
Elkhart Cemetery - Gillett Chapel 8 Governor's Dr., Elkhart, IL, United StatesThe Elkhart Historical Society is once again offering guided wildflower walks on Elkhart Hill, every Saturday in April starting April 6th. with two walks a day at 10a and 2p,…
The Mill Museum on 66 Open House
The Mill on 66 738 S. Washington St., Lincoln, IL, United StatesJoin us on April 6th to celebrate the reopening of the Mill Museum for the season and the addition of our newest exhibit about Grant Fletcher! A presentation about the exhibit will start at 2:00pm. This is a free event that is open to the public. Refreshments will be provided.
Great North American Solar Eclipse 2024
Collinsville 125 S. Center Street, Collinsville, IL, United StatesThe next Great American Solar Eclipse is coming and Great Rivers & Routes is ready! Plans are underway to celebrate the eclipse at Herald Square in Uptown Collinsville on Monday, April 8, 2024, Noon to 3pm. The fun includes free solar eclipse viewing glasses for all in attendance, live music, a fire-blowing demonstration and shopping. Old Herald Brewery & Distillery will…
Bark in the Park with Mr. Lincoln
ALPLM Union Square Park 500 E Madison St, Springfield, IL, United StatesBring your furry friend out to Union Square Park on the ALPLM campus for an opportunity to get a picture with Mr. Lincoln! Our community partners from the Animal Protective League will be on hand, too with information on how you can adopt from APL, as well as learn about volunteer opportunities at the APL.…
Slow Art Day on Route 66 in Bloomington/Normal
The Hangar Art Co. 105 W Jefferson St, Bloomington, IL, United StatesFounded in 2010, Slow Art Day is an annual global event with a mission to help more people discover the joy of looking at and appreciating art. In 2022, Bloomington Artists organized the world's first citywide Slow Art Day. Click Here for the interactive map link for 2024 Slow Art Day on Historic Route 66!…
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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.