Illinois State Capitol
401 S. 2nd St, Springfield, IL 62701
Historic Sites
Watch Illinois politics in action, in this beautiful Renaissance Revival/Second Empire style building topped with a stunning 405-foot dome. All tours are free.
The first legislative session was held here in 1877. The growth of the state had increased the need for more file storage and office space than the Old State Capitol allowed. Today it is the center of Illinois government. The building is topped with a 405-foot dome and is a convention of Renassance Revival and Second Empire Style. Visitors can watch Illinois politics in action from balcony-level seating when the legislature is in session.
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!
Read more about Springfield Jr Blues Hockey Season
Holiday Extravaganza at The Orr Building-Illinois State Fairgrounds
Illinois State Fairgrounds - Orr Building • Nov 24 @ 9AM
Come join us for some unique holiday shopping and fun at the Orr Building on the Illinois State Fairgrounds on Sunday November 24th.
Read more about Holiday Extravaganza at The Orr Building-Illinois State Fairgrounds
Joe Bonamassa at UIS Performing Arts Center
University of Illinois Performing Arts Center • Nov 26 @ 8PM
Legendary guitarist Joe Bonamassa performs at the UIS Performing Arts Center November 26, 2024.
Read more about Joe Bonamassa at UIS Performing Arts CenterYou might also be interested...
Illinois Vietnam Veterans Memorial
Springfield
The Illinois Vietnam Veterans Memorial, dedicated in 1988, honors the almost 3,000 Illinoisans killed or listed as missing in action during the Vietnam War.
Read more about Illinois Vietnam Veterans Memorial
Edwards Place
Springfield
Built in 1833, this Italianate mansion was part of the social center of Springfield in its day. Nearly all of Illinois' most prominent citizens and politicians,…
Read more about Edwards Place
Old State Capitol
Springfield
Within these walls a great man rose to prominence to become the 16th president of the United States. It was here Lincoln spoke the immortal words,…
Read more about Old State Capitol