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Abe for All: World Hearing Day
Abe for All: World Hearing Day
“Abe for all” is a series of learning experiences supporting and promoting diversity and inclusion tied to National Days of Awareness. Intentional activities are planned to engage guests as we…
Tales from the Vault: From Springfield to Hildene: The Women of the Lincoln Family
Tales from the Vault: From Springfield to Hildene: The Women of the Lincoln Family
Join the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum in celebrating Women’s History Month with a special edition of Tales of the Vault. Join ALPLM Lincoln Historian Christian McWhirter for “From Springfield to Hildene: The Women of the Lincoln Family.” Using objects from ALPLM’s vast collection, McWhirter will explore five generations of women who shaped and…
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Elkhart Station General Store Grand Opening
Elkhart Station General Store Grand Opening
On March 4th, Conn’s Hospitality Group will open the doors to Elkhart Station General Store. This property began renovation in Summer of 2021 as part of Conn’s Hospitality’s mission of…
First Annual Illinois Rock & Roll Museum “Women Who Rock” at The Forge
First Annual Illinois Rock & Roll Museum “Women Who Rock” at The Forge
The Illinois Rock & Roll Museum on Route 66 is celebrating Women's History Month on March 4th at The Forge with "WOMEN WHO ROCK"! This is an event you won't want to miss! TV and Radio Personality Dolly McCarthy is the Emcee! With, Ava Morse, Beyond The Blonde, Karen Hart in Vinyl Vixens, Lindsay Kent…
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Springfield St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Springfield St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Springfield goes green for the annual St. Patrick's Day Marching Band Parade. Hundreds of entries and millions of smiles will fill the streets of historic downtown. The parade’s route is in the heart of downtown Springfield. The parade starts on Jefferson & 6th heading west to 5th; Heading south on 5th to Capitol; Heading North…
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Elkhart Historical Society Celtic Celebrations
Elkhart Historical Society Celtic Celebrations
The Elkhart Historical Society is celebrating the Irish- - Sunday March 20 by offering the traditional Corned Beef and cabbage dinner between 11a and 12:30p at Horsefeather’s Wild Hare Café for $15 a person, followed by Irish, Celtic and Appalachian music at the Gillett Chapel on the Hill at 2pm for an additional $15. Combine…
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Little Lincoln’s Fireside Tales: Be Brave
Little Lincoln’s Fireside Tales: Be Brave
Little Lincoln’s Fireside Tales is a story time that incorporates hands-on activities, arts and crafts, and exciting books for children five and younger and their caregivers. This month’s theme is “Be Brave!” Join Miss Corinne on Tuesday, March 22nd at 10:00 AM in the presidential library’s classroom or via Zoom as we share stories and…
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History Happy Hour – Invasion of the Body Snatchers: The Plot to Steal Abraham Lincoln’s Body
History Happy Hour – Invasion of the Body Snatchers: The Plot to Steal Abraham Lincoln’s Body
Stop by Anvil & Forge Brewing and Distilling after work on Wednesday, March 23 to grab a drink and hear an engaging story from our historians during "History Happy Hour"! It was a comedy of errors! Incompetent robbers tried to steal Abraham Lincoln’s body and bumbling officials almost let them get away with it. Learn…
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2022 Old Joliet Prison Tours
The Old Joliet Prison tour program is primarily managed by the Joliet Area Historical Museum, a 501(c)3 not-for-profit entity, in partnership with the City of Joliet. The proceeds from activities will be used to expand the Museum’s mission to preserve and disseminate the history of Joliet, as well as to fund much-needed measures to secure and stabilize…
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Susan Lawrence Dana – A Community Trailblazer
Susan Lawrence Dana – A Community Trailblazer
Political activism has long been embedded in Springfield culture. Susan Lawrence Dana, a Springfield socialite and heiress, used her platform to promote progressive social change, and she regularly advocated for the rights of women and African Americans. Join Katie Brethorst in a discussion of Dana’s advocacy in honor of Women’s History Month on March 30,…
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Joliet Area Historical Museum – Great Moments in Vinyl Plays U2
Joliet Area Historical Museum – Great Moments in Vinyl Plays U2
Great Moments In Vinyl plays U2 in the Joliet Area Historical Museum's Indoor Auditorium Theater on the rescheduled date of Friday, April 1st at 7pm (doors open at 6:15pm) Full Beverage Bar & Access to all Museum Galleries. MUSEUM HOURS: The Museum is open for visitors Wednesday thru Sunday 10am to 5pm.
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Elkhart Historical Society Wildflower Nature Walks
The Elkhart Historical Society is delighted to announce its April events, starting with the much- anticipated Wildflower Nature Walks, each Saturday in April. (2nd ,9th, 16th, 23rd, and 30th ). This includes a 10a or 2p walk each Saturday, weather permitting, by reservation only. It is exciting to see the progression of the various flowering…
Lincoln Presidential Half Marathon
Lincoln Presidential Half Marathon
Run Where Lincoln Walked APRIL 2, 2022 #1 Old State Capitol Plaza Springfield, Illinois Join us on the first Saturday of April as runners from many states and countries take in Abraham Lincoln sites during this scenic Lincoln Presidential Half Marathon. This USATF certified course will immerse you in Lincoln history unlike any other race!…
Abe for All: Sensory-Free Night
Abe for All: Sensory-Free Night
“Abe for All” is a series of learning experiences supporting and promoting diversity and inclusion tied to National Days of Awareness. Intentional activities are planned to engage guests as we work together to make President Lincoln’s legacy more accessible to all. - Museum will have modifications to lights and sound throughout - Quiet places and…
Lexington House on 66 Open House
Lexington House on 66 Open House
The public is invited to the Open House for Lexington House on 66 B&B on April 2, 2022, from 4pm-7pm. The RAD Pad - A touch of yesterday to experience today! This Groovy house with its park like backyard, is just feet away from historic Route 66 in Lexington, Illinois. Take the bikes at the…
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