Springfield Things To Do - Best Activities & Attractions in Springfield IL
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AIllinois State Capital
- 2nd and Capitol
Springfield, Illinois - +1 217 782 2099
- Overview The first legislative session was held in the "new" state capitol in 1877. The growth of the state had increased the need for more file, storage, and office space than the "old" one allowed. Today it is the center of state government and houses the offices of the Governor, Lt. Governor, Attorney ... more on Online-springfield.com
- Overview The center of state government which houses offices of Governor, Secretary of State, Comptroller and Treasurer as well as House of Rep and Senate Chambers. VIsitors can watch IL politics in action ... more on EnjoyIllinois.com
Illinois State Capital
2nd and CapitolSpringfield, Illinois
BIllinois Korean War Memorial
- 1441 Monument Avenue
Springfield, IL 62702-2662 - +1 217 782 2717
- Overview This memorial was built for the Illinois citizens who fought in the Korean War. more on Yahoo! Travel
- Overview The Illinois Korean War Memorial was dedicated on June 16, 1996. The Memorial is located in Oak Ridge Cemetery in Springfield, Illinois. The monument's centerpiece is a 12-foot bronze bell surrounded by four larger-than-life warriors representing the five branches of the armed forces - Army, Navy... more on State.il.us
Illinois Korean War Memorial
1441 Monument AvenueSpringfield, IL 62702-2662
CGrand Army of the Republic Memorial Museum
- 629 South Seventh
Springfield, IL 62703-1636 - +1 217 522 4373
- We happened upon the GAR museum on our trip to see the Lincoln Library in Springfield. What a treat! The curators are extremely knowledgable and excited to talk about the history and significance of the GAR and related societies. Although the building is small, it is chocked full of interesting ... more on Yahoo! Travel
- A "must see" while in Springfield for Civil War "Buffs" and Lincoln visitors alike! The building houses the "Grand Army of the Republic Memorial Museum" and is the National Headquarters for the "National Woman's Relief Corps", the official auxilliary to the Grand Army of the Republic. There is ... more on Yahoo! Travel
Grand Army of the Republic Memorial Museum
629 South SeventhSpringfield, IL 62703-1636
DSpringfield Trolley Tours
- 522 East Monroe
Springfield, IL 62701-1528 - +1 217 528 4100
- We hired the trolley service for transportation for our wedding. We should have listened to everyone else when they said how evil the owner was but we thought we would take our chances. Yesterday my mom called about our $200 deposit and the owner said she was keeping it because we did not clea... more on Yahoo! Travel
- Our agency used the Trolleys on two separate occasions, shuttling over 80 people to and from the lake. Their Manager went the extra mile to ensure our visitors had a pleasurable experience, as did her drivers. We couldn't be happier and look forward ... more on Yahoo! Travel
Springfield Trolley Tours
522 East MonroeSpringfield, IL 62701-1528
EThomas Rees Memorial Carrillon
- West Fayette Avenue
Springfield, IL 62704 - +1 217 753 6219
- A large tower and huge bells with concerts held on occasion, but unless one is going to happen while you're there, don't waste your time. Tours up the elevator are $3, not worth it unless a concert is about to begin. Call before hand to find out times. One positive, the carillon has some great vi... more on Yahoo! Travel
- Overview Installed in 1962, the carilion in Washington Park is the third largest in the world, and one of the few open to the public. You can watch the 66 bells being played from one of the tower's three floors. For those who can make it up the final circular staircase to the ... more on Springfield-il.com
Thomas Rees Memorial Carrillon
West Fayette AvenueSpringfield, IL 62704
FLincoln Depot
- 413 South Eighth Street
Springfield, Illinois 62701-1905 - +1 217 492 4241
- Overview This restored railroad depot, located a few blocks from Abraham Lincoln's home, was where he started his inaugural journey to Washington, D.C. On February 11, 1861, a large crowd gathered ... more on Showcase.netins.net
Lincoln Depot
413 South Eighth StreetSpringfield, Illinois 62701-1905
GSpringfield Art Association/Edwards Place
- 700 N. 4th Street
Springfield, IL 62702 - +1 217 523 2631
- i liked edward. but it wasnt as fun as mojos on a saturday night . i cant think of 25 more words to write about edwrds place. more on Yahoo! Travel
- Overview This 19th-century social and political life, this beautifully preserved mansion saw many visitors including ... more on Yahoo! Travel
Springfield Art Association/Edwards Place
700 N. 4th StreetSpringfield, IL 62702
HHenson Robinson Zoo
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- 1100 East Lake Drive
Springfield, IL 62712-5536 - +1 217 753 6217
- The size of the zoo is perfect for older adults and young children, who tend to get tired easily from a lot of walking. The variety of animals was also good for it's size. And unlike other zoos mentioned once you pay the resonable fee at the door there are no extra costs involved (wit... more on Yahoo! Travel
- A tiny up close interactive zoo few animals but allows you to get a closer view then at a larger zoo. no much to see is worth the ... more on Yahoo! Travel
Henson Robinson Zoo
1100 East Lake DriveSpringfield, IL 62712-5536
IDana-Thomas House State Historic Site
- 301 East Lawrence
Springfield, IL 62703-2232 - +1 217 782 6776
- Highlights: wheelchair accessible more
- Overview The Dana-Thomas House is a well-preserved sample of a Frank Lloyd Wright prairie-style home. The house, built during 1902 to 1904, displays more than 250 samples of Wright's art-glass doors and windows, as well ... more on Weather.com
- The first residential home designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. The tour is only $3 and highly worth it. If you like FLW architecture, you'll love this home; it%rsquos one of the most complete and best maintained in the country. The house is kept in the same manner ... more on Yahoo! Travel
Dana-Thomas House State Historic Site
301 East LawrenceSpringfield, IL 62703-2232
JLincoln Home National Historic Site
- 413 South Eighth Street
Springfield, IL 62701 - +1 217 492 4241
- Highlights: visitor center, guided tours, wheelch… more
- I visited this site with a friend who is a quadriplegic. We planned on strolling down the street and looking at the outside of the buildings. We did not dream that they had an elevator/lift disguised as a plank walkway that provided us with wheelchair access to Lincoln's ... more on Yahoo! Travel
- This was totally a great place to stop and see. IT was very detailed and just made you think that you were actually in a place were abe lincoln once lived. It was also errie at some times too, kinda spooky. The tour guides were very helpful in ... more on Yahoo! Travel
Lincoln Home National Historic Site
413 South Eighth StreetSpringfield, IL 62701
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