Adams Wildlife Sanctuary
2315 E. Clear Lake Ave., Springfield, IL 62702
Hiking & Trails
Forty acres of woods and restored Illinois prairie with a one-mile trail for hiking or strolling sunrise to sunset every day.
Located in the center of town, the sanctuary's one-mile nature trail is open for hiking or strolling. The Illinois Audubon Society has set aside a woodland area and restored prairie as a wildlife preserve and nature study area.
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Levitt Amp Music Series in Downtown Springfield
The Y Block-Downtown Springfield • May 28 – Jul 30 @ 6PM
The Levitt Amp Concert Series is back for 2026 in downtown Springfield
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History Comes Alive
Springfield, IL • Jun 04 – Aug 08 @ 9AM
This summer, History Comes Alive returns for its 17th season as Abraham and Mary Lincoln lead a cast of characters on a trip back in time.
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The 2026 Season at the Springfield Muni
The Springfield Muni • May 29 – Aug 22 @ 8:30PM
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