There are several exciting and educational adventures in Honest Abe territory. Check out this list if you’re looking to get out of the show barn in Springfield.
Things to do:
The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum documents the life of the 16th U.S. President, Abraham Lincoln, and the course of the American Civil War.
www.alplm.org
Address:
112 N 6th St
Springfield, IL 62701
Lincoln Home
Lincoln Home National Historic Site is the location of the two-story home of Abraham Lincoln, and the only home he ever owned. Abraham and Mary Lincoln lived here from 1844 until Mr. Lincoln’s election to the Presidency in 1861.
www.nps.govAddress:
413 S. 8th Street
Springfield, IL 62701
Henson Robinson Zoo
www.springfieldparks.org
Address:
1100 E Lake Shore Drive
Springfield, IL 62712
Knights Action Park
Multiamusement venue with rides & attractions, water-park features & 2 drive-in movie screens.
www.knightsactionpark.com
Address:
1700 Recreation Drive
Springfield, IL 62711
Charlie Parker’s Diner
Longtime American diner serving all-day breakfast, lunch specials & hearty sandwiches. Known for its great food and awesome atmosphere, it was featured on Dinners, Drive Ins & Dives.
charlieparkersdiner.com
700 W North St
Springfield, IL 62704
Engrained Brewing Company
Tavern, with an on-site microbrewery, doling out craft beers & farm-to-table American dishes.
charlieparkersdiner.com
Address:
1120 Lincolnshire Blvd
Springfield, IL 62711
Obed and Isaacs Microbrewery and Eatery
connshospitalitygroup.com
Address:
500 S 6th St, Springfield, IL 62701