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Armbruster exhibit at ALPLM
History
2 years ago
Armbruster’s 150-year legacy highlighted in new exhibit at ALPLM

The ALPLM exhibit shows the company’s evolution from crafting wagon covers for pioneers to making tents for state fairs, movie sets, and military operations.

Illinois State Museum
History
2 years ago
Jenn Edginton named director of Illinois State Museum

After serving as interim director since 2023, Jenn Edginton has officially been named director of the Illinois State Museum in Springfield.

Advent calendar in windows of the Farmers State Bank and Trust Company
Local
2 years ago
World’s tallest Advent calendar returns to Jacksonville

The tradition was inspired by a similar display in Uelzen, Germany.

Lincoln and Mary statute near CVB visitor center
Local
2 years ago
Springfield awarded $225,500 grant to boost international tourism efforts

The state welcomed 2.16 million international visitors in 2023, a 39% increase from the previous year.

FILE - This copy of Abraham Lincoln's Gettysburg Address is at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum.
History
2 years ago
ALPLM honors Gettysburg Address anniversary with display of Lincoln’s handwritten speech

The ALPLM’s copy of the famous speech is about to come out of its climate-controlled vault for 10 days.

Illinois State Museum
Local
2 years ago
Illinois State Museum to reopen after temporary closure

Some areas will remain closed temporarily.

Local
2 years ago
Illinois Flag Commission received almost 5,000 entries for new state flag

The state flag has not had a major redesign since 1915.

Local
2 years ago
Altogether fitting and proper? Trump repeatedly compares himself to Abraham Lincoln

“This is Donald Trump, hopefully your favorite president of all time, better than Lincoln, better than Washington.”

History
2 years ago
Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library celebrates 20 years

The celebration will continue in the spring commemorating the 20th anniversary of the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum.

History
2 years ago
Lowriding is more than just cars. It’s about family and culture for Mexican Americans

Lowriding has experienced a boom, as evidenced by an increase in car shows and conventions nationwide.

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