About this city
Also known as: Land of Lincoln, Chilli Capital of the Civilized World
Springfield is the historic capital city of Illinois and the county seat of Sangamon County, beautifully situated in the central heartland of the state. Founded in 1821 and named the capital in 1837, the city is globally legendary as the home and final resting place of Abraham Lincoln, who lived and practiced law here for over two decades. Springfield features a monumental civic landscape dominated by majestic state government domes, sprawling historic law offices, and perfectly preserved 19th-century neighborhoods. It thrives as a major center for state government affairs, medical services, and heritage tourism, drawing history enthusiasts from around the globe.
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Suggested stay: 2–3 days
Tour the interactive, world-class museum galleries and view historic artifacts at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum. Explore the beautifully preserved neighborhood at the Lincoln Home National Historic Site. View the elegant architectural lines of the Lincoln Tomb at Oak Ridge Cemetery. Walk through the majestic rooms of the Old State Capitol and the modern Illinois State Capitol building.
