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Governor Oglesby Mansion

421 W. William St., Decatur, IL 62522

Museums

Built in 1874, this Italianate mansion was the home of Richard J. Oglesby, a U.S. senator and three-time governor of Illinois. Oglesby was also a Union general in the Civil War and a close friend of Abraham Lincoln.

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Bacon Brothers at the Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater

Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater •  Jun 15 @ 7PM

Don't miss the chance to experience the unique sound of The Bacon Brothers live!: Ballad Of The Brothers

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Billy Currington at the Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater

Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater •  Jun 20 @ 7PM

Billy Currington is an American country music singer and songwriter.

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Dogs of Society-The Ultimate Elton Rock Tribute at the Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater

Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater •  Jun 21 @ 7PM

Experience the Ultimate Elton John Tribute with Dogs of Society!

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