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Celebrate Black History Month with the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum
Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library & Museum 212 N 6th St, SpringfieldWeek of Events
Journey to Freedom Illinois’ Underground Railroad
Pontiac 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
SPRINGFIELD – 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…
Monday, February 17, 2025
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Tuesday, February 18, 2025
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Wednesday, February 19, 2025
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February 19, 2025 -Buzz Bomb Movie Night
Buzz Bomb Movie Night
BYOB - Bring Your Own Blanket and come hang out with us for our very first Buzz Bomb Movie Night! Craft beer, Canned Cocktails, snacks, and more available. Cast your vote for which movie we will watch between 6:30pm and 6:50pm. Movie starts at 7pm! Buzz Bomb Brewing offers many ongoing events throughout the year,…
Thursday, February 20, 2025
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February 20, 2025 -Landmarks Illinois and the International Masonry Institute Training Webinar
Landmarks Illinois and the International Masonry Institute Training Webinar
Landmarks Illinois and the International Masonry Institute will host its annual Historic Preservation Education Event next month. This year, the free training will explore effective methodologies for assessing and repairing masonry facades on existing buildings. The Landmarks Illinois and the International Masonry Institute Training Webinar is free to attend, and will be held on February…
Friday, February 21, 2025
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February 21, 2025 -Elkhart Historical Society – Behind the Scenes: Horses in the Movies
Elkhart Historical Society – Behind the Scenes: Horses in the Movies
With prospects of a long-awaited January thaw comes the happy news of the first Elkhart Historical Society dinner lecture of the 2025 season, to be given Friday, February 21, 2025. Doors open at 5 p.m., and dinner begins at 5:30 p.m. Among the “news” is the location at The Elkhart Christian Church’s Fellowship Community Center at…
Saturday, February 22, 2025
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February 22, 2025 -History in our Hands at JAHM
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February 22, 2025 -Songs of the Illinois Freedom Road Performance by Chris Vallillo
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February 22, 2025 -Kids Build a Sundae Extravaganza at Twistee Treat Diner
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February 22, 2025 -Open Mic Comedy @ OB’s Cervezaria
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February 22, 2025 -Broken Brogue at Buzz Bomb Brewing Co.
History in our Hands at JAHM
A 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 Joliet's Black History. Share your information quickly and easily with onsite scanning. If you wish, your artifacts will return home with you, or can be…
Songs of the Illinois Freedom Road Performance by Chris Vallillo
Award 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
🍨 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: ✅…
Open Mic Comedy @ OB’s Cervezaria
Have you ever wanted to try stand up? Maybe it's on your bucket list for 2025? Do people tell you that you're funny? Well, come and make us laugh at OB’s Cervezaria in Chenoa! Arrive at 6:00pm on Saturday Feb 22 to sign up for a 5 minute slot. There is no charge if you're…
Broken Brogue at Buzz Bomb Brewing Co.
Decatur based Celtic folk band Broken Brogue brings its well known assortment of traditional Irish and Scottish songs, dances, and instrumentals to Buzz Bomb Brewing Co. in Springfield, Illinois. You'll be able to enjoy great beer, exciting music, and even get a chance to sing and dance along. Buzz Bomb Brewing offers many ongoing events…
Sunday, February 23, 2025
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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.