Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — The Illinois State Museum is celebrating the 100th anniversary of U.S. Route 66 with a new exhibit, and ...

SPRINGFIELD, IL The Illinois State Fair is turning up the volume for 2026 with the announcement of an impressive lineup of ...

SPRINGFIELD — The Illinois State Museum is seeking volunteer judges for the 2026 Illinois History Day state contest, where students from across Illinois present research projects on historical topics.

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WAND) - The Illinois State Museum has opened a new community-curated exhibit, “Mi Casa es Tu Casa." The exhibit was developed in partnership with students from the Beardstown High ...

SPRINGFIELD — The Illinois State Museum is inviting residents from across the state to share their family stories as part of a statewide effort to commemorate the nation’s upcoming 250th anniversary.

SPRINGFIELD — The Illinois State Museum was recently reaccredited by the American Alliance of Museums, the highest national recognition to museums throughout the nation.

"A Catalog of the Paintings by G.P.A. Healy in the Illinois State Museum Collection," Springfield, IL: Illinois State Museum, 1974. Summary Portrait of the Count of Paris painted shortly before he was ...

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WMBD) – Fall begins Monday, Sept. 22. It also marks the kick-off of fall events at Illinois state parks, historic sites and museums. A list published by the Illinois Department of ...