Major Events & Exhibits from North to South
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Springfield Lucky Horseshoes 2025 Schedule & Tickets Now on Sale
Robin Roberts Stadium 1415 N Grand Ave E., Springfield, IL, United StatesSpringfield, IL 12/12/24 – The Springfield Lucky Horseshoes are excited to announce their 2025 schedule, which kicks off on Tuesday, May 27th, when the Horseshoes host the Normal CornBelters at Robin Roberts Stadium. This marks the start of another thrilling summer of baseball in Springfield, as the Horseshoes look to build on their success and…
Journey to Freedom Illinois’ Underground Railroad
Pontiac Public Library 211 E Madison St, Pontiac, IL, United StatesPontiac 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:…
Blind Date with a Book
Doc's Just Off 66 133 South Second Street, Girard, United StatesBlind Date with a Book! Skip the awkward small talk—your perfect match is waiting for you between the covers! Join us for our Blind Date with a Book event, where you’ll pick a mystery book based on the genre and first sentence of the book, both written on the cover. No judging by the cover—just…
Abraham Lincoln’s Birthday Celebration at the David Davis Mansion
David Davis Mansion 1000 Monroe Dr., Bloomington, IL, United StatesCelebrate Abraham Lincoln’s 215th birthday with a meet and greet with “President Lincoln” at the David Davis Mansion! At this free event, children and their families will get to meet Mr. Lincoln (portrayed by Randy Duncan), take pictures with him, and enjoy birthday cake at the home of one of Lincoln’s closest friends and political…
Curve Inn Big Game Sunday with Darts Tournament
The Curve Inn 3219 S. 6th Street Rd, Springfield, IL, United StatesThis Sunday is the Big Football Game, and Curve Inn will feature Free wings, chili, and hot dogs with toppings (while they last). Full sound on all 14 TVs. Drawings every quarter for prizes including gift card and Big Game Merchandise. Full kitchen till 9pm. Pre game with us with a $1,000 ADD MPRT Blind…