Illinois Fire Museum
Building Number 7-Central Ave. & Main St., Springfield, IL 62702
History Museums
Explore the history of Illinois’ firefighters through the ages in this historic museum, including a horse-drawn, hand-pumped water wagon from 1857.
Temporarily Closed
Step back in time inside the Old Firehouse Building #7 on the grounds of the Illinois State Fair and see antique fire service memorabilia, art work, equipment, and sculptures. The museum is home to one of the nation's largest collections of firefighter patches.
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Art Spectacular at the Carillon
Thomas Rees Memorial Carillon-Washington Park • Sep 12 – Sep 13 @ 10AM
Enjoy the craftsmanship of juried artists from around the U.S. who will present amazing, original artwork in 14 exciting media while enjoying the music of our…
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Women's Pro Baseball League Inagural Season at Robin Roberts Stadium
Robin Roberts Stadium • Aug 01 – Sep 22 @ 5PM
The WPBL plays their inaugural season at Robin Roberts Stadium in Springfield IL
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Old Capitol Farmers' Market in Downtown Springfield
Downtown Springfield-Corner of 4th & Adams St • May 13 – Oct 31 @ 8AM
Visit Springfield's longest-running and most popular Farmers Market in beautiful downtown Springfield.
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