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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!

Peoples National Bank of Springfield was the first religious and ethnically-integrated bank in downstate Illinois. African Americans Dr. Edwin A. Lee, Sr. and E. Winfred "Doc" Helm were instrumental in founding it. Located on the east side of Springfield across from the Cook Street post office, its motto was "where people make the difference." See black and white photos from the 1970s, architectural plans, newspaper articles, telephone directory advertisements, oral histories, artifact photos, certificates, and correspondence.

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.

Peoples National Bank of Springfield was the first religious and ethnically-integrated bank in downstate Illinois. African Americans Dr. Edwin A. Lee, Sr. and E. Winfred "Doc" Helm were instrumental in founding it. Located on the east side of Springfield across from the Cook Street post office, its motto was "where people make the difference." See black and white photos from the 1970s, architectural plans, newspaper articles, telephone directory advertisements, oral histories, artifact photos, certificates, and correspondence.

Peoples National Bank of Springfield was the first religious and ethnically-integrated bank in downstate Illinois. African Americans Dr. Edwin A. Lee, Sr. and E. Winfred "Doc" Helm were instrumental in founding it. Located on the east side of Springfield across from the Cook Street post office, its motto was "where people make the difference." See black and white photos from the 1970s, architectural plans, newspaper articles, telephone directory advertisements, oral histories, artifact photos, certificates, and correspondence.

Peoples National Bank of Springfield was the first religious and ethnically-integrated bank in downstate Illinois. African Americans Dr. Edwin A. Lee, Sr. and E. Winfred "Doc" Helm were instrumental in founding it. Located on the east side of Springfield across from the Cook Street post office, its motto was "where people make the difference." See black and white photos from the 1970s, architectural plans, newspaper articles, telephone directory advertisements, oral histories, artifact photos, certificates, and correspondence.

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.

Join us for an in-depth look at the Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport’s Smart Airport and Regional Logistics Plan, a newly completed initiative that explores how SPI will accommodate the next generation of aviation technologies. This forward-looking plan evaluates the expected energy demands associated with emerging air mobility systems, the infrastructure required to support them, and the capabilities and constraints of the local electric grid that powers the airport. This timely program follows the completion of SPI’s award-winning solar energy development, with the second phase scheduled to be energized within weeks. Attendees will learn how the Springfield Airport Authority is proactively preparing for both current and future energy needs—supporting existing tenants, enabling new development opportunities and strengthening long-term resilience. Presenters include Susan Zellers of Hanson Professional Services Inc. and Mark Hanna of the Springfield Airport Authority, who will provide an overview of the planning effort and its potential economic benefits for Springfield and Sangamon County. They will be joined by Clayton Stambaugh, Deputy Director for Aeronautics at IDOT and Chair of the National Association of State Aviation Officials, who will discuss why future-focused planning is essential at both the state and national levels.

Peoples National Bank of Springfield was the first religious and ethnically-integrated bank in downstate Illinois. African Americans Dr. Edwin A. Lee, Sr. and E. Winfred "Doc" Helm were instrumental in founding it. Located on the east side of Springfield across from the Cook Street post office, its motto was "where people make the difference." See black and white photos from the 1970s, architectural plans, newspaper articles, telephone directory advertisements, oral histories, artifact photos, certificates, and correspondence.

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.