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Governor Oglesby Mansion

421 W. William St., Decatur, IL 62522

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Built in 1874, this Italianate mansion was the home of Richard J. Oglesby, a U.S. senator and three-time governor of Illinois. Oglesby was also a Union general in the Civil War and a close friend of Abraham Lincoln.

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Ace Frehley at the Lincoln Square Theater

Lincoln Square Theater •  Oct 10 @ 7PM

Get ready for an explosive night of rock as legendary guitarist Ace Frehley, founding member of KISS, takes the stage with special guests SIIN—a hard-hitting rock…

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Brooklyn Charmer - Steely Dan Tribute at the Decatur Civic Center

Decatur Civic Center •  Oct 17 @ 7:30PM

Experience the timeless magic of Steely Dan with Brooklyn Charmers, a tribute band showcasing some of Chicago's finest musicians.

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The Linda Ronstadt Experience at the Lincoln Square Theater

Lincoln Square Theater •  Oct 25 @ 7PM

Experience the magic of Linda Ronstadt’s legendary music with the Linda Ronstadt Experience, featuring American Idol star Tristan McIntosh.

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