10/21/1893
Manhattan Day at the Chicago World's Fair is marked with a program in Festival Hall in which the two metropolitan rivals declared a truce. Hundreds of New Yorker's crowded the Midway Plaisance and enjoyed a ride on that marvel that would become known as the Ferris Wheel.
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Since 1934, the Illinois State Historical Society has erected more than 500 historical markers statewide. Subjects of historical significance to Illinois are co-sponsored by local organizations and supporters. The Illinois State Historical Society coordinates the placement and management of historical markers throughout the state.
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Do you have an exciting local history news story or an event that you would like to share? Use this form to submit it and after a quick review it will be added to our news roll or events calendar. The goal is to add news and events from all over the state to celebrate Illinois’ rich history. Get involved and get the word out about news and events in your area.
The ALPLM Reading Club invites you to read Neil Gaiman’s Coraline! Just in time for Halloween, our spooky selection for this month features creepy descriptions, heart pounding suspense, and (possibly) bone-chilling illustrations. If you’re interested in a thrill, a chill, and good conversation, join us for this discussion.
Whether you’re a seasoned Illinois History Day veteran or a new teacher looking for fun ways to engage your students in historical thinking, this event is for you! Seeking to cultivate the growth and development of young historians, while also inspiring a love of history, Illinois History Day encourages students in 6th-12th grade to choose a topic, conduct research, and present their findings in one of five categories: Research Paper, Exhibit, Documentary, Performance, or Website.
If you’re curious about the zany, weird, and downright awesome artifacts and documents the Presidential Library collects, then this exciting Junior Historians LIVE! event is for you. In this fun, talk show-style event, the Education Department will interview members of our Library staff as they showcase and share stories about their favorite items in our collection.
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Fall 2020 Lunch & Learn Series – How Medical Crises Change Our Process of Communication (Via Zoom)
Presenter: Ann Strahle, Associate Professor, Communication
Moderator: Terri Noel, Founder and Owner, Encore Consulting & Publishing
ALPLM Reading Club: Coraline
Little Lincolns Fireside Tales: Halloween
Little Lincoln's Fireside Tales is an exciting, new children’s literacy program designed for our youngest guests the fourth Tuesday of each month. Hear two to three short stories and engage in short activities between each book. They will then enjoy arts and crafts activities tied to our monthly theme. October's theme is Halloween.
Across the Street and Around the Corner – Zooming in on Susan Lawrence Dana’s Neighbors – 1902 and Beyond
Who were the people who lived near Susan on Lawrence and Fourth Streets? What was their impact on Springfield? What was Springfield like in the early 1900s? Zoom in on a past era of Springfield history and learn what remains today.
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Illinois State Historical Society | Strawbridge-Shepherd House | 5255 Shepherd Road | Springfield, IL 62703
