Events
Museum to Dedicate Historic Marker for Early African American Residents in Normal, Illinois
Kingsley Jr. High 303 Kingsley St., Normal, IL, United StatesThe McLean County Museum of History will dedicate a new historical marker created to share the story of Normal's early African American residents and mark the location of the Simon Malone home on the southeast corner of Kingsley Jr. High (303 Kingsley St.) in Normal. The dedication ceremony will commence at 11:30 a.m. on Thursday,…
Docs Just Off 66 July Cruise-In
Doc's Just Off 66 133 South Second Street, Girard, United StatesJuly Cruise-In, 7/20 from 6-8pm on the Square in Girard, we cannot wait to see! $5 registration donation and specials for all participants. Food and drink specials available, music and lots of giveaways. In December 2021, Steve and Casey Claypool purchased Doc's Soda Fountain and renamed the historic business, Docs Just Off 66. The soda…
Route 66 Experience Kick-off Party and Lighting Ceremony
Illinois State Fairgrounds 801 E. Sangamon Ave., Springfield, IL, United StatesRelive the Journey and Experience the Legends! - In partnership with the Illinois State Fairgrounds, Illinois Route 66 Scenic Byway, Ace Sign Co., Visit Springfield, and Enjoy Illinois. Join us at at the Pre-Party at the Route 66 Motorheads Motordome from 5:00p to 7:00p before we head out to the Illinois State Fairgrounds at 7:30p…
Lincoln, Race and American Freedom Free Event July 26 at ALPLM
Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library & Museum 212 N 6th St, Springfield, IL, United StatesSPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Abraham Lincoln’s 1860 presidential campaign was more than one man’s run for higher office. It was also an attempt to block a political scheme threatening to spread slavery to new corners of America, as historian Lucas Morel will explain July 26 at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum. Lincoln’s opponents included…
LOCO Retail Therapy Road Trip!
Downtown Lincoln 101 North Chicago St, Lincoln, IL, United StatesShare with your friends & family our first annual Logan County Retail Therapy Shopping Event. A map will guide you to participating shops including antiques, boutiques & thrift! Receive a charm with a purchase at participating businesses & enjoy refreshments! We can’t wait to see you! More info coming soon!
MAJOR EVENTS ON ILLINOIS 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.