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About the cover artist
Hinds is a self-taught artist who works predominantly in pastels after observing folk artist George Colin’s mastery of the medium. George and his wife, Winnie, were treasured neighbors and friends.

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Abe’s hometown
Two centuries after his birth, Springfield’s best-known resident remains a revered icon, a leader who bore the weight of destiny to his untimely demise. Born in dire poverty and self-educated, Abraham Lincoln rose to lead our nation during its darkest time.

Looking for Lincoln Story Trail
To learn more about people and places with connections to Abraham Lincoln, keep your eyes open for the Looking for Lincoln storyboard signs. These attractive wayside exhibits tell stories that reveal interesting facts about Lincoln,...

Springfield’s museums and historic sites
In 1902, Susan Lawrence Dana commissioned architect Frank Lloyd Wright to design a new residence around the existing family home. Dana spared no expense, and Wright went all-out in what’s considered one of his first full expressions of the Prairie Style.

Springfield Art Association
The Springfield Art Association is at the heart of Springfield’s thriving arts and culture scene. Boasting two art galleries, an art school, a Lincoln-era historic house museum and a calendar packed with family-friendly events, there is always something to see or do at the SAA.

Visual and performing arts
The Hoogland Center for the Arts is the home of the arts in downtown Springfield. Over 20 different arts and civic organizations call the Hoogland home. The building has three performance spaces, two art galleries,...

Visit Springfield highlights
IDNR’s State Historic Sites in Springfield invite you to check out Walk, Hike and Bike History, a brand new way to explore Illinois’ capital city in 2021. Walk,...

History COMES ALIVE
This summer, History Comes Alive returns for its 12th season as Abraham and Mary Lincoln lead a cast of characters for a trip back in time that you won’t want to miss.

ONE CITY. Two Adventures.
Join us for a scavenger hunt throughout Springfield to find President Lincoln’s hidden hats. Start the adventure by picking up a pocket-sized Abe’s Hat Hunt Passport containing a map, clues and stickers at any of the four Passport & Prize Stop locations.

ROUTE 66
People from around the world are drawn to the aura of Route 66, dream ing to harness the 2448 miles of open road from Chicago to Santa Monica in their classic car, on a Harley Davidson or in an RV.

LODGING AND ACCOMMODATIONS
701 E. Adams St. 217-544-8800 866-788-1860 PresidentAbraham LincolnSpringfield. DoubleTree.com.

VISITOR INFORMATION
Stop by the Springfield Visitors Center for all the information you need during your stay. One of our travel experts is on-site to help you with all of your questions. Parking passes are available for metered parking. Just ask!

TRAVEL TOOLS
Public buses are available to most areas of the city, including a route around the downtown historic sites. Buses run Monday through Saturday from 6am — 6pm, except holidays.

CONVENTIONS AND MEETING
Springfield serves as host to hundreds of gatherings each year of all sizes and interests.

The capital city
In addition to watching Illinois politicians from the balcony-level seating area, visitors can view the awe-inspiring artwork, statues and paintings inside the limestone Italian Renaissance Revival building.

What the locals do for fun
Haven’t you seen enough sights? How about some fun? Take it from the locals – here are many ways to have a good time in the capital city that don’t involve learning anything at all. Just enjoy..

The outdoors
This bicycle and pedestrian trail is 8.3 miles long. It begins at the corner of Wabash Avenue and MacArthur Boulevard and proceeds in a southerly direction following the abandoned Interurban Railroad rightof-way to the town of Chatham.

The nightlife
The nightlife of Springfield and surrounding communities is diverse and robust. Blues, folk, jazz, rock, country, hip-hop, dance music, open mic events and karaoke nights are well represented on any given night in central Illinois and the capital city.

Food and drinks
2312 Wabash Ave. 217-679-2940 2690 S. Dirksen Pkwy. 217-679-1910 301 North Grand Ave. W. 217-670-2530 dewchilliparlor.com.

Drink up
One of a burgeoning number of craft breweries in the capital city, Anvil & Forge opened in late 2018. The place has a no-nonsense vibe, with walls made from metal siding and reclaimed barn wood, a cement floor and a mix of fluorescent and incandescent lighting.

Shopping/Retail
Due to COVID-19 restrictions, it is advised to check individual websites for up-todate information and offerings.

This year’s big events
May 15, Sat, 9am-10pm. Competitions for Highland dancers, individual pipers and drummers, bagpipe bands and athletes, demonstrations, storytelling, music, animal exhibits, children’s area, merchandise and food vendors,...