History

Biden administration in town to hear testimony

Museum historians will record oral histories with travelers, businesses, highway builders, and others

Monday, June 10, from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. at Union Baptist Church, 1405 E Monroe St.

The Emancipation Proclamation, signed by Abraham Lincoln in 1862, shifted the war’s focus from just preserving the Union to also abolishing slavery.

The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum is once again under the spotlight after a manager failed to consult a collections committee before purchasing a 21-star flag whose description as a rare banner marking Illinois’ 1818 admission to the Union is disputed.

The building and grounds are filled with vintage autos, service station equipment and other memorabilia.

The exhibit comes from the Smithosian Museum and is a multi-media traveling exhibit.

A new exhibit debuting May 17 at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum sheds light on a frequently overlooked protest against poverty and economic inequality, which reshaped the landscape of social justice and activism in America.

They came from different walks of life, but they all helped slaves gain their freedom.  The Sangamon County Historical Society and the Springfield and Central Illinois African-American History Museum invite the public to learn more about six local citizens who served as Underground Railroad conductors. 

May is a festive month in many ways. Warm weather characterizes much, if not all, of May in many regions, compelling people to spend more time outdoors.