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1. Abraham Lincoln Memorial Garden ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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3. Old State Capitol

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4. Springfield and Central Illinois African-American History Museum

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5. Lincoln's New Salem

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6. Vachel Lindsay Home

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7. Washington Park Botanical Garden

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8. Adams’ Wildlife Sanctuary

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9. Cozy Dog Drive In

10. Dana-Thomas House

11. Daughters Of Union Veterans Civil War Museum

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12. Edwards Place Historic Home

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13. Engrained Brewery & Restaurant

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14. Executive Mansion

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15. Southwind Park

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16. Great Western Depot

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17. Henson Robinson Zoo

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18. Illinois State Capitol

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19. Illinois State Museum

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20. Lincoln Herndon Law Offices

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21. Lincoln Home National Historic Site

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22. Lincoln Tomb

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23. Kidzeum of Health and Science

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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

Springfield might be best known for its most famous resident, President Abraham Lincoln. The city is where Lincoln chose to move to pursue a career in law, where he met his wife, and where he lived while holding a position in the House of Representatives. It wasn’t until he was elected president that he left Springfield, and upon his departure many of the residents saw him off. Modern day Springfield is a destination filled with rich Civil War history, museums, and monuments dedicated not only to Abraham Lincoln, but also to the work he considered of the utmost importance.

Weekend drive from Chicago to Springfield, Illinois is 3 hr 45 min (218.6 miles via I-57 S and I-72 W).


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