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History Night at the Old State Capitol - April 4

History Night at the Old State Capitol - April 4

We're excited to bring you a new series of Civil War education programs at the Old State Capitol State Historic Site. On the Saturdays listed below, the Old State Capitol will be open for self-guided tours from 5:00-7:00 pm with short 20-minute presentations on weekly themes at 5:00, 5:45, and 6:30 pm. Presentations will vary week to week, but may include discussions with interpretive staff, interpreters in historic clothing, historic photography, props, artifacts, and/or hands-on activities.

The program for Saturday, April 4th is The Surrender at Appomattox.

Old State Capitol State Historic Site
05:00 PM - 07:00 PM on Sat, 4 Apr 2026

Artist Group Info

amberly.kane@illinois.gov
Old State Capitol State Historic Site
1 Old State Capitol Plaza
Springfield, Illinois 62701
217-785-5030
dnr.historicspringfield@illinois.gov