Our HistoryThe history of Ballard Nature Center originates with the nature center's namesake Mr. Ernest "Ernie" Ballard. Ernie Ballard had a dream ...
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History:Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Nestled along the shores of Lake Decatur, Scovill Zoo is home to more than 400 animals spanning six continents. Originally ...
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Mission:Children’s Museum of Illinois is a hands-on, interactive museum for children ages three to twelve. Its exhibits and activities comple...
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American Obstacle is an adventure park for families. friends, and co-workers to spend a day of fun, excitement and adventure. American Obstacle is ...
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History: Founded by Guy S. Little, Jr., a man who was fulfilling his lifelong dream to operate a quality professional theatre, The Little Theatre...
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The Henson Robinson Zoo began as just a dream of a prominent Springfield citizen by the name of Henson C. Robinson. In 1967, a tract of land was do...
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History:The Springfield Theatre Guild incorporated as a not-for-profit organization in 1947.From that time on — through performances in many ...
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History:Building a world-class center devoted to Abraham Lincoln took almost four times as long as the Civil War that defined his presidency. But t...
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Mission StatementThe Illinois State Museum promotes discovery, lifelong learning, and stewardship of the natural and cultural heritage of Illinois....
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Southern Illinois University School of Medicine ranks as one of the fortunate few medical schools to have a history museum on its campus. Since its...
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The Springfield Park District's Washington Park Botanical Garden is a place for enjoyment and education. The Garden provides a scene of tranquility...
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Arthur, Illinois is a town of 2,200 residents located 10 miles west of Interstate 57 off exit 203 in East Central Illinois. The friendly, down-home...
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The Douglas-Hart Nature Center consists of 65 acres of native Illinois habitat including prairie, woodland, and wetland. The center includes a...
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The Little Toot Railroad Company is an attraction for young and old alike. The thrill of a steam locomotive chugging down the track is a pleasant l...
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Museum History : The Johnny Gruelle Raggedy Ann & Andy Museum opened to the public in May of 1999, in Arcola, Illinois. We are the only offici...
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Lincoln Log Cabin State Historic Site preserves the site of the 1840s farm of Thomas and Sarah Bush Lincoln, father and stepmother of our 16th pres...
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Mission Statement: To establish a collection of hestoric, and classic, aircraft, for Museum display as symbols of our Aviation Heritage. Educ...
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History :
The Monticello Railway Museum, a not-for-profit educational organization, was founded in 1966 as "SPUR" (Society for the Preservation of...
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The national award-winning Douglas County Museum is operated by volunteers (with a part-time paid director). The museum features short-term e...
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