Old State Capitol Tours

Old State Capitol which includes heritage elements, heritage architecture and an administrative buidling
Old State Capitol which includes heritage elements, heritage architecture and an administrative buidling
Route 66 - Springfield, IL: Served as state house from 1840-1876. Thereafter it served as county courthouse from 1876-1966, which is what travelers on Route 66 would recognize it as. It was the site of candidacy announcements for Abraham Lincoln (1858) and Barack Obama (2007).
The Old State Capitol State Historic Site, in Springfield, Illinois, is the fifth capitol building built for the U.S. state of Illinois. It was built in the Greek Revival style in 1837–1840, and served as the state house from 1840 to 1876. It is the site of candidacy announcements by Abraham Lincoln in 1858 and Barack Obama in 2007. It was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1961. #InStone #OnTheRoad
In use from 1840-67 the Old Capitol is where Abraham Lincoln served as a member of the Illinois House of Representatives and also where he argued over 200 cases before the Illinois Supreme Court.

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Good for a short visit.

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We walked to here after hours. There is information outside you can read. It was interesting and worth the walk from the hotel to see.

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If it looks like it's not open, go in anyway. Very cool building full of history and well-maintained while keeping its original charm. Park in the underground lot and come up into the OSC.

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Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum

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Lincoln Depot featuring heritage elements

Lincoln Depot

Stand on the site where Abraham Lincoln gave his famous Farewell Address and stepped on the train bound for Washington D.C. and his future as president.

Lincoln Depot
Illinois State Capitol showing heritage architecture, heritage elements and an administrative buidling

Illinois State Capitol

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Illinois State Capitol
Illinois State Museum showing interior views

Illinois State Museum

See ancient fossils, examine local Native American artworks and find out about Illinois’ rich heritage through natural history exhibits at this extensive museum.

Illinois State Museum
Front entry to the fabulous Dana-Thomas house. Built by Frank Lloyd Wright between 1902-04 for a local widow. The house has the largest number of FLW built furniture and art glass of any of his remaining properties. Tours are offered and we would highly recommend them as this house is special!

Dana-Thomas House

You can find out about the history of Springfield with a stop at Dana-Thomas House. Experience the area's lively festivals and fascinating museums.

Dana-Thomas House

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President Abraham Lincoln Springfield - DoubleTree by Hilton

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