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Governor Oglesby Mansion

421 W. William St., Decatur, IL 62522

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Built in 1874, this Italianate mansion was the home of Richard J. Oglesby, a U.S. senator and three-time governor of Illinois. Oglesby was also a Union general in the Civil War and a close friend of Abraham Lincoln.

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Sidewalk Prophets Great Big Family Christmas at the Lincoln Square Theater

Lincoln Square Theater •  Dec 12 @ 7PM

The Sidewalk Prophets are bringing their uplifting Great Big Family Christmas to the Lincoln Square Theater in Decatur, IL, for a night of festive music and…

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Christmas with Elvis featuring Scott Wattles & Blue Suede Crew at the Lincoln Square Theater

Lincoln Square Theater •  Dec 13 @ 7PM

Back by popular demand! “Christmas with Elvis” featuring Scott Wattles & The Blue Suede Crew.

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The Premier Huey Lewis and the News Tribute! Power of Love at the Lincoln Square Theater

Lincoln Square Theater •  Dec 15 @ 7PM

The Historic Lincoln Square Theater is thrilled to present, for the very first time, “Power of Love” – The Ultimate Huey Lewis & The News Tribute!

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