Illinois Korean War Memorial
Oak Ridge Cemetery, 1441 Monument Ave., Springfield, IL 62702
Historic Sites
The Memorial consists of a twelve-foot-tall bronze bell, honoring the 1,748 Illinoisans killed during the 1950-1953 Korean War. This memorial was dedicated on June 16, 1996.
At the circumference of the bell are four niches, each with a larger-than-life figure representing a branch of the armed services. Inscribed on the base are the names of Illinoisans killed in Korea. A carillon system in the Memorial plays brief musical programs at regular intervals.
A nearby building houses the carillon controls and lighting systems. The large surrounding lawn provides space for special events. The Memorial is provided with parking facilities for forty-eight vehicles.
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Springfield Lucky Horseshoes Baseball
Robin Roberts Stadium • May 28 – Jul 31 @ 6:30PM
Catch all the excitement of the 2024 Springfield Lucky Horseshoes' baseball season
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Levitt Amp Music Series in Downtown Springfield
The Y Block-Downtown Springfield • May 30 – Aug 01 @ 6PM
The Levitt Amp Concert Series is back for 2024 in downtown Springfield
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History Comes Alive
Springfield, IL • May 31 – Aug 04 @ 9AM
This summer, History Comes Alive returns for its 15th season as Abraham and Mary Lincoln lead a cast of characters on a trip back in time.
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Old State Capitol
Springfield
Within these walls a great man rose to prominence to become the 16th president of the United States. It was here Lincoln spoke the immortal words,…
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Illinois State Capitol
Springfield
Watch Illinois politics in action, in this beautiful Renaissance Revival/Second Empire style building topped with a stunning 405-foot dome. All tours are free.
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Lincoln Home National Historic Site
Springfield
The national historic site, run by the National Park Service, includes the only home Abraham Lincoln ever owned, as well as a four-block neighborhood that reveals…
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