Bicentennial Plaza
522 South 5th Street, Springfield, IL 62701
Historic Sites
To mark Illinois' 200th birthday, the Bicentennial Plaza was developed in 2018 to create a walkway linking the Lincoln Home to the Governor's Mansion and State Capitol.
The Plaza's 16 interpretive panels show places, events and people who lived and worked in Springfield and advanced Lincoln's vision for America as a land of equal opportunity for all. A monument marking the 50th anniversary of the Fair Housing Act welcomes visitors at the Plaza's southwest corner.
What's happening nearby...
Springfield Jr Blues Hockey Season
The Nelson Center • Sep 20 – Apr 05 @ 6:30PM
Catch all the action of the 2024-2025 Springfield Jr Blues Hockey Season!
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Spring Floral Show at Washington Park Botanical Gardens
Washington Park Botanical Garden • Mar 22 – Apr 13 @ 12noon
Spring has sprung at the Washington Park Botanical Garden for the Spring Floral Show March 22 - April 13.
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Lincoln Presidential Half Marathon in Springfield
Downtown Springfield • Apr 05 @ 7:30AM
It's time to run where Lincoln walked! The Lincoln Presidential Half Marathon takes place April 5th in downtown Springfield.
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