Elise + Jacob

Saturday, October 25, 2025 • Springfield, IL
175 Days To Go!

Elise + Jacob

Saturday, October 25, 2025 • Springfield, IL
175 Days To Go!

Things to Do

Lincoln Home National Historic Site

Picture of Lincoln Home National Historic Site
413 S 8th St, Springfield, IL 62701, USA
(217) 492-4241

Step back in time and see how Mary Todd and Abe lived in downtown Springfield. A must see for all President Lincoln fans.

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Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum

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212 N 6th St, Springfield, IL 62701, USA
(217) 558-8844

Looking for an educational adventure on your trip to Springfield? Head to the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum to learn all about Abe and grab some fun Springfield goodies on the way out!

Lincoln Monument

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1500 Monument Ave, Springfield, IL 62702, USA
(217) 782-2717

Finish your grand Abe Lincoln tour with a trip to his tomb where you can rub his nose for good luck!

Dana-Thomas House State Historic Site

Picture of Dana-Thomas House State Historic Site
301 E Lawrence Ave, Springfield, IL 62703, USA
(217) 782-6776

Are you a Frank Lloyd Wright fan? Well this may be the spot for you. Almost perfectly preserved, this is a great way to spend your day, especially if its rainy and cold! It's absolutely beautiful and something you can't miss in Springfield. Elise's Grandma Aggie was a volunteer guide at the house.

Custom Cup Coffee

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319 E Monroe St, Springfield, IL 62701, USA
(217) 588-8560

Grab a cup of house-roasted coffee at a fantastic local coffee shop owned by family friends of the Antonaccis. From coffee to a great breakfast sandwich... they have it all.

Obed & Isaac's Microbrewery

Picture of Obed & Isaac's Microbrewery
500 S 6th St, Springfield, IL 62701, USA
(217) 670-0627

Grab a locally-brewed beer or a Horseshoe sandwich (Springfield's signature dish) at this lively microbrewery in downtown Springfield. If it's nice, sit in the beer garden and play outdoor games, including Bocce.

Old Capitol Farmers Market

Picture of Old Capitol Farmers Market
S 4th St &, 406 E Adams St Second Floor, Springfield, IL 62701, USA
(217) 544-1723

This is a staple activity in downtown Springfield. Join Springfieldians on Saturday morning to see what local farmers, bakers and artisans have to offer!