Illinois Fire Museum
Building Number 7-Central Ave. & Main St., Springfield, IL 62702
History Museums
Explore the history of Illinois’ firefighters through the ages in this historic museum, including a horse-drawn, hand-pumped water wagon from 1857.
Temporarily Closed
Step back in time inside the Old Firehouse Building #7 on the grounds of the Illinois State Fair and see antique fire service memorabilia, art work, equipment, and sculptures. The museum is home to one of the nation's largest collections of firefighter patches.
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Monster X Tour at the BOS Center
The BOS Center • Feb 21 @ 1:30PM
Catch all the thrills of the Monster X Tour at the BOS Center on February 21st
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Lincoln and Shakespeare at The Hoogland Center for the Arts
The Hoogland Center for the Arts • Feb 21 – Feb 22 @ 7PM
Lincoln and Shakespeare takes the stage at the Hoogland Center for the Arts February 21st & 22nd
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Black History Nights the Old State Capitol
Old State Capitol • Feb 07 – Feb 28 @ 5PM
Join the Old State Capitol for Black History Nights on February 7th, 21st, & 28th.
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