Illinois State Capitol
401 S. 2nd St, Springfield, IL 62701
Historic Sites
Watch Illinois politics in action, in this beautiful Renaissance Revival/Second Empire style building topped with a stunning 405-foot dome. All tours are free.
The first legislative session was held here in 1877. The growth of the state had increased the need for more file storage and office space than the Old State Capitol allowed. Today it is the center of Illinois government. The building is topped with a 405-foot dome and is a convention of Renassance Revival and Second Empire Style. Visitors can watch Illinois politics in action from balcony-level seating when the legislature is in session.
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Old Capitol Farmers' Market in Downtown Springfield
Downtown Springfield-Corner of 4th & Adams St • May 15 – Oct 26 @ 8PM
Visit Springfield's longest-running and most popular Farmers Market in beautiful downtown Springfield.
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Art Spectacular at the Carillon
Thomas Rees Memorial Carillon-Washington Park • Sep 14 – Sep 15 @ 10AM
Enjoy the craftsmanship of juried artists from around the U.S. who will present amazing, original artwork in 14 exciting media while enjoying the music of our…
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Keb' Mo' and Shawn Colvin at UIS Performing Arts Center
UIS Perfomring Arts Center • Sep 14 @ 7:30PM
Keb' Mo' & Shawn Colvin take the stage at UIS Performing Arts Center
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Thomas Rees Memorial Carillon
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Daughters of Union Veterans of the Civil War Museum
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