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Governor Oglesby Mansion

421 W. William St., Decatur, IL 62522

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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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Jefferson Starship 50th Anniversary, Runaway Again Tour at the Lincoln Square Theater

Lincoln Square Theater •  Sep 18 @ 7PM

The Historic Lincoln Square Theater is thrilled to welcome the legendary Jefferson Starship to Decatur for their 50th Anniversary Runaway Again Tour on Thursday, September 18,…

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Arts in Central Park

Central Park •  Sep 20 @ 5PM

Join us for a vibrant weekend at Arts in Central Park, hosted by the Decatur Area Arts Council and Gallery 510.

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Annual Hispanic Heritage Festival

Nelson Park Pavilion No. 2 •  Sep 21 @ 12noon

The Hispanic Heritage Festival returns for its 5th year on Sunday, September 21, 2025, bringing a vibrant celebration of culture, community, and tradition to Nelson Park…

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