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Step into the spirit of the holidays with decor arranged by the Springfield Civic Garden Club. Enjoy the sparkle of art glass throughout the house. Tours run every 15 minutes; final departure at 6:30 PM. Post-tour cocoa and s'mores in the courtyard, with live music by Ben Bedford from 5:00 PM-6:30 PM. (No live music December 26.) Courtyard closes at 7:45 PM. Registration available through Eventbrite but not required.

🎄 Clicks for Compass 🎄
📸 A Pay-What-You-Can Photo Event Benefiting Compass for Kids in honor of Cash Russell.
Join us for a warm and joyful holiday morning at the historic Pasfield House Inn! Almalee Photography will be offering pay-what-you-can holiday portraits, with all proceeds benefiting Compass for Kids in honor of Cash Russell.
Bring the whole family for festive fun, treats, and memories that give back.
📅 Event Details
Date: Saturday, December 13
Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Pasfield House Inn, Springfield, IL
🌟 What to Expect
✨ Holiday-themed family photos by Almalee Photography
✨ Pay-what-you-can – every dollar supports Compass for Kids
✨ Sweet treats & warm holiday vibes
✨ Kids holiday crafts and activities
✨ Open to the public
✨ No reservations needed
Come capture magical moments while supporting local kids and honoring Cash’s legacy of kindness. We can’t wait to see you there! ❤️🎁
Contact information: Almalee Photography, https://almaleephotography.mypixieset.com/
217-331-8828

As a featured site on Visit Springfield's Holiday Historic Homes Tour, the Dana-Thomas House will host an open house on selected Saturdays from 1:00 PM-4:00 PM. And just a few blocks away, the Vachel Lindsay Home will also welcome guests for a 1:00 PM-4:00 PM open house. Reservations not required for either event.

Santa is coming to the Old State Capitol! Share your holiday wishes with him at this event from 1:00-4:00 PM on November 29 and December 6, 13, and 20. There will also be opportunities to write letters to Santa, make fun holiday crafts, and take some memorable photos. This is an "open house" style event; guests are welcome to come and go any time between 1:00-4:00 PM.

As a featured site on Visit Springfield's Holiday Historic Homes Tour, the Vachel Lindsay Home will welcome guests for an open house from 1:00 PM-4:00 PM. No reservation required.

Join the Prairie Wind Ensemble, under the direction Jim Tallman, for their holiday concert! Admission is free to the concert, however a donation is suggested. Please follow the Prairie Wind Ensemble on Facebook and Instagram for more information!

Each month, we invite our youngest visitors (0-5 years) and their caregivers to participate in Little Lincoln’s Fireside Tales.
This early learning program focuses on reading stories and engaging children in activities and play around a fun theme that changes monthly.

What does the forecast have in store for us today? Join the ALPLM’s Education Team on Tuesday, December 16th at 9:00 am or 10:30 am at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library as we share stories and activities about all things weather!

This program is free, but advance registration is required. Due to increased demand, we now offer two sessions of Little Lincoln's Fireside Tales. Just select the session you'd like to attend. If your first choice should happen to be "sold out," please select the other time.

Enjoy the ambiance of the Dana-Thomas House holiday decorations on this special evening tour. The volunteers of the Springfield Civic Garden Club have once again prepared a stunning array of holiday decorations. Guided evening experiences (20-30 minutes) offered Thursday, December 11 and Thursday, December 18. Each evening opens with Early Bird tours beginning at 4:00 pm; the final tour begins at 7:00 pm. Reservations encouraged but not required. Please note that the courtyard is closed on Thursday evenings; the courtyard will be open for Friday evening tours, which can be reserved on Eventbrite.

As a featured site on Visit Springfield's Holiday Historic Homes Tour, the Dana-Thomas House will host an open house on selected Saturdays from 1:00 PM-4:00 PM. And just a few blocks away, the Vachel Lindsay Home will also welcome guests for a 1:00 PM-4:00 PM open house. Reservations not required for either event.

Santa is coming to the Old State Capitol! Share your holiday wishes with him at this event from 1:00-4:00 PM on November 29 and December 6, 13, and 20. There will also be opportunities to write letters to Santa, make fun holiday crafts, and take some memorable photos. This is an "open house" style event; guests are welcome to come and go any time between 1:00-4:00 PM.