Springfield, Illinois, hosts a series of free events for Black History Month, featuring tours, films, and exhibitions on ...

In February, historic sites in Springfield will host various hikes, talks, tours, and films to celebrate Black History Month.

If you love scales, spiders and sharks, good news: following a year of work and renovations, one of the biggest museums in ...

A local historian will share the history of the Lincoln Highway and its significance to Kendall County this weekend.

The following news items are reprinted from the Manistee Daily News for the week Feb. 7 through Feb. 13, 1925 and are compiled from the Manistee County Historical Museum’s newspaper archives. Read the ...

Welcome to Marietta, Ohio – a town so quaint, you’ll wonder if you’ve stumbled into a Norman Rockwell painting. Nestled at ...

Kids Express: 10-11 a.m., The David Strawn Art Gallery, 331 W. College Ave. $40 members, $45 non-members | Painting, drawing and ceramics for children ages 6-9. Registration and payment required prior ...

Discover the hidden gems of Illinois, including its diverse landmarks and rich history. Explore the Land of Lincoln.

ST. LOUIS – Lloyd Gaines, a valedictorian and aspiring lawyer, made history in the 1930s when he challenged the University of ...

Later scenes follow Mrs Lincoln into her widowhood, and other controversial historical figures ... commodity in the family home in Lexington, Kentucky. Mary escaped to Springfield, Illinois ...

The Catubig Church, now known as the St. Joseph the Worker Parish Church, holds significant historical importance as one of the earliest centers of Christianity in the province. Founded by Jesuit ...

1836 The first frame home ... 1899 Springfield’s coldest day on record — 29 degrees below zero. 1906 Strike starts at the Paul Mueller plant. It became violent before ending. 1906 St. John ...