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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Illinois State Fair Grandstand • Aug 13 @ 8PM
Snoop Dogg comes the Illinois State Fair Grandstand on August 13th.
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Illinois State Fair
Illinois State Fairgrounds • Aug 07 – Aug 17 @ 7AM
The Illinois State Fair has been celebrated nearly every year since 1953 as a showcase for Illinois agriculture. Come join the fun August 10th-20th.
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Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum • May 23 – Aug 24 @ 9AM
Lincoln: Sight, Sound & Touch is on display at the ALPLM, May 23 - August 24
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