Springfield, the capital city of the great state of Illinois and home of Abraham Lincoln - located on historic U.S. Route 66 - awaits you! Here you'll discover a myriad of wonderful historic sites, world-class museums, unique special events, cultural activities and excellent medical facilities.

SCHOOLS: University of Illinois at Springfield, Southern Illinois Medical School, Lincoln Land Community College and Springfield College.

PROFESSIONAL: Springfield Chamber of Commerce, Downtown Springfield.org, Convention and Visitors Center.

RECREATIONAL:Several beautiful parks located throughout the city, Lake Springfield for fishing and boating, many golf courses, Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum, Downtown Springfield Festivals, Lincoln Memorial Gardens and many more recreational activities.

CULTURAL: Springfield Symphony Orchestra, Springfield Ballet, Annual Old Capital Art Fair, Springfield Art Association, Springfield Theatre Centre located in the Hoggland Center for the Arts, Springfield Muni Opera.