What's new and exciting
2022?We have 5 fun and
exciting new things ranging from new guided outdoor tours to a new Route 66
addition and of course fun events & exhibits too! Check them out, plan
your visit, we are excited to see you in
Springfield in 2022 1. Walk, Hike and Bike History
Tour: Starting April 15 - mid November check out a brand new,
free way to explore Springfield in 2022 being offered by IDNR's State Historic
Sites in Springfield.Enjoy a series of inspiring outdoor experiences
that will connect you to our must see museums and monuments. Guided experiences
range from 1 -2 hours and include walking, hiking and bike rides. All
experiences are limited group sizes and follow all current guidelines outlined
by the Illinois Department of Public Health. Tours include: Friends of Lincoln
Hike, Military History Hike, History Bike Tour, Black History Walk Tour, 1908
Race Riot Walking Tour and the Design like Frank Lloyd Wright Drawing Tour,
Designing for a Change Women's History Walk.Want to learn more?? Visit their Facebook
page here or the IDNR website by clicking here. 2. The Motordome at Motorheads: Last
year it was the World's Largest Outdoor Route 66 Shield and now this year the
Motordome! Motorheads Bar, Grill & Museum is now home to
an entertainment complex second to none! The Motordome is an
indoor/outdoor complex complete with bars, food truck and more entertainment
than you can imagine! Ohh...don't forget to take a pic and
share with us by using #visitspringfield. We can't wait to see
your experiences! More info, click here.3. Stories of Survival: Object-Image-Memory: Embrace
hope through this travelling exhibition from the Illinois Holocaust Museum
& Education Center. When you've lost everything, a single object can
take on extraordinary meaning. This exhibit reflects upon the individual
stories of 59 survivors of the Holocaust, genocides, and conflicts including
Armenia, Bosnia, Cambodia, Iraq, Syria, Rwanda and South Sudan, told through
objects, photographs and personal reflections. Exhibit will be available
March 23, 2022-January 22, 2023. More info, ? here.4. Route History Mural: Route
History's new mural pulls together the landmarks in African American
history. The mural was designed to inspire people to learn the history
and the community that is not often found in history books. Another
addition is an outside exhibit of colorful street signs with the names of Black
men who left a lasting impact on the Springfield community. Artist:
Korbin King
Find more
inspiration here: 5. History Comes Alive 13th Anniversary
Summer Program - New in 2022: Returning for a 13th summer, Abraham &
Mary Lincoln will lead a cast of characters on a trip back in time. Visit
historic sites throughout the city and learn about their lives and friends in
Springfield. New this year, visitors can reserve their spot on a free
shuttle on Saturday morning to journey out to Lincoln's New Salem State
Historic Site! Reservations will be required and available soon, watch
the Visit Springfield website for more info. Foodies can look forward to the all-new History
Cooks collection! Each week the Lincoln Home National Historic Site will
feature a cooking demonstration that ties in Springfield's historic past with
an experience that you can see, taste and smell! You can collect all of
the season's exclusive recipe cards too! Keep an eye on our website for
updates coming early April! Not new in 2022,
but now is the time to make plans for a weekend of food, fun and music in
downtown Springfield! The 21st Anniversary International Route 66 Mother
Road Festival roars into town September 23-25! Registration now open,
start your engine here!