A cornucopia of Civil War memorabilia, including "Tinytype" by Civil War photographer Matthew Brandy is exhibited in the Grand Army of The Republic Memorial Museum. It was donated to the National Woman's Relief Corps in tribute to the Union Veterans of the war between the states.
The Illinois State Museum houses permanent and changing exhibits on Illinois's land, life, people and art, and a hands on children's discovery room. The museum store contains high quality crafts created by Illinois artisans.
Springfield, IL MuseumsThe Old State Capitol is a reconstruction of Illinois' fifth statehouse, the first to be located in Springfield. The building served as the seat of state government and a center of Illinois political life from 1839-1876
Springfield, IL Historic SitesThis powerful granite monument and it's eternal flame pay tribute to the 2,981 Illinois residents who served in the Vietnam War and died or are still missing.
Springfield, IL MemorialsPlaced on the National Register of Historic Places in 1995, many murals depicting industry and many documents are on d...
The Jasper County Museum is located in the Newton Library with special sections that highlight two famous natives, actor, Bur...
In 1913, Edwards Place was deeded to the Springfield Art Association which now extends into the adjoining complex housing an ...
In memory of American poet, Edgar Lee Masters, author of, "The Spoon River Anthology". Memorabilia of his life and works are ...
This is the preserved home of Reuben Moore and his wife, Matilda, who was a daughter of Sarah Bush Lincoln and stepsister of ...