History Comes Alive
Fri, May 31 – Sun, Aug 04, 2024 9:00am - 5:00pm
1 South Old State Capitol Plaza, Springfield, IL 62701
This summer, History Comes Alive returns for its 15th season as Abraham and Mary Lincoln lead a cast of characters on a trip back in time.
Meet the Lincolns at historic sites throughout the city and learn about their lives in Springfield. From historic portrayals at locations such as the Lincoln Home National Historic Site, the Old State Capitol, and the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum, to a Flag Lowering Ceremony at the Lincoln Tomb with the 114th Regiment Illinois Volunteer Infantry Reactivated, visitors are invited to become a part of living history. Listen to Abraham deliver some of his most famous speeches, and enjoy live music and an ice cream social with the Abe & Mary at Edwards Place.
History Cooks is back! Calling all foodies! History Cooks is back! Enjoy a live cooking demonstration by local chefs as they share about some of the Springfield's most famous fooderies over the past 100+ years.
New in 2024:
Enjoy a Saturday morning hike at Adams Wildlife Sanctuary and let John James Audobon regale you with his in-depth observations of bird species you see along the trail.
Experience the rich history of our downtown sites and attractions with our free historic site trolley service! Our hop-on, hop-off air-conditioned trolley is the perfect way to explore most of our major attractions. Available from 10am-4pm Wednesday-Saturday, board the trolley from any of our designated stops, hop off at the attractions you want to visit, and simply hop back on when you want to continue.
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Wyndham Springfield - City Centre
Springfield
Full service hotel located in historic downtown.
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President Abraham Lincoln Springfield - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel
Springfield
All of the beautiful guest rooms and suites at this hotel in Springfield, IL, feature modern amenities and thoughtful touches including a flat-screen TV, premium bedding,…
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Springfield
Conveniently located in Springfield's downtown area.
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Springfield Lucky Horseshoes Baseball
Robin Roberts Stadium • May 28 – Jul 31 @ 6:30PM
Catch all the excitement of the 2024 Springfield Lucky Horseshoes' baseball season
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Levitt Amp Music Series in Downtown Springfield
The Y Block-Downtown Springfield • May 30 – Aug 01 @ 6PM
The Levitt Amp Concert Series is back for 2024 in downtown Springfield
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The 2024 Season at the Muni
The Muni • May 31 – Aug 10 @ 8:30PM
Calling all theatre fans! The 2024 Season at The Muni brings magic, music and fun to the stage!
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