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Illinois Police Officers Memorial

401 S. 2nd St. , Springfield, IL 62704

Historic Sites

The Illinois Police Officers Memorial Committee was established in 1985. Our monument in Springfield, Illinois bears the names of the officers who have made the ultimate sacrifice while serving their communities. Every year on the first Thursday of May, we hold a ceremony to pay tribute to fallen officers and their families. We are grateful to all our contributors who have helped us keep these memories alive.

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Downhome Music Festival

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Robin Roberts Stadium •  May 28 – Jul 31 @ 6:30PM

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The Y Block-Downtown Springfield •  May 30 – Aug 01 @ 6PM

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