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Old State Capitol State Historic Site

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Closed Business hours TBA
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526 E Adams St, Springfield, IL 62701, United StatesMap
Phone: +1 217-785-7960
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  • BigMerk
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    Sadly closed due to ongoing works when we visited

    We had already visited the current State Capitol,and decided to visit the Old Capitol. The building is unmissable and unmistakable. It’s very picturesque but sadly it was closed when we were there due...

    Reviewed on Oct 7, 2023
  • Passenger07112771838
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    Old State Capitol is a must see in Springfield

    This is a great old building to tour. It is a good example of 1800's decor. The tour guides do a great job of explaining Abe Lincoln's relationship to this building. The story of how it was dismantle...

    Reviewed on Jun 5, 2023
  • sydsel
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    Add to your Lincoln tour

    This site is self-guided so you can spend as much or as little time as you'd like, but half an hour was plenty for my family. Great stop on a Lincoln Tour. Beautiful interior with a rich history.

    Reviewed on Mar 4, 2023
  • Carie501
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    Visit during the Lincoln Days History Comes Alive festival

    The most interesting thing about this site is the "living history" presentations that are performed inside...most notably, the House Divided speech.

    Reviewed on Dec 14, 2022
  • J7002NHelizabethb
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    A House Divided

    Lincoln gave his house divided speech here, in the front. It feels so small compared to the new capital building, but so rich in important history. A MUST see if you’re in Springfield!

    Reviewed on Nov 20, 2022
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