WWII Illinois Veterans Memorial
1441 Monument Ave , Springfield, IL 62702
Historic Sites
This memorial honors the 987,000 men and women from the State of Illinois who served our country during World War II.
The focal point is a 22-ton cast white concrete globe with more than 70 stainless steel buttons signifying major battles and events. Two black granite walls inscribed with details of the battles waged extend out from the globe.
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Old Capitol Farmers' Market in Downtown Springfield
Downtown Springfield-Corner of 4th & Adams St • May 13 – Oct 31 @ 8AM
Visit Springfield's longest-running and most popular Farmers Market in beautiful downtown Springfield.
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Route 66 Bob Waldmire Art Exhibit at The Pharmacy Gallery & Art Space
The Pharmacy Gallery & Art Space • Jun 28 – Dec 19 @ 12noon
In celebration of the 100th Anniversary of Route 66, The Pharmacy will host a special Bob Waldmire Art Exhibit
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Route 66-The Road That Takes You: Exhibit at The Pharmacy Gallery & Art Space
The Pharmacy Gallery & Art Space • Mar 27 – Dec 19 @ 12noon
Route 66-The Road That Takes You is photography exhibit by David J. Schwartz running March 27th through December 19th
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Illinois State Capitol
Springfield
Watch Illinois politics in action, in this beautiful Renaissance Revival/Second Empire style building topped with a stunning 330-foot dome. Open daily for free tours.
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Elijah Iles House: Springfield's History Museum
Springfield
Learn about early Springfield at the home of one of the city's founding fathers, Elijah Iles.
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