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History Comes Alive: Spring Break Edition

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Sun, Mar 16 – Sun, Mar 30, 2025 • 10:00am - 1:00pm

1 S Old State Capitol Plaza, Springfield, IL 62701

History Comes Alive just in time for Spring Break. Look for the Lincolns as you enjoy a trip back in time. March 16-30

New in 2025, the popular History Come Alive summer program comes back for a limited-time Spring Break edition. Enjoy the following activities at many of Springfield's popular historic sites.

  • Look for meet & greets with the Lincolns at various sites
  • Listen to some of Abraham Lincoln's most profound speeches at the places where he gave them
  • Enjoy some family fun with crafts at the Dana-Thomas House
  • Learn about the Civil War on the grounds of the Old State Capitol
  • Play some historical games with the Lincolns at the Lincoln Home National Historic site

There will be so much to see, do, and learn. The program runs March 16-30 and gives you a taste of what's in store for the summer program.

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