Whether you are planning a meeting, conference, reunion or any other special event, you'll surely want to make it memorable. In Springfield, we offer experiences few can rival in a city of our size, in settings that will cast a special spell. With our grand selection of special event venues to choose from, you are certain to create a successful event.
Many of our historic sites and visitor attractions are available for private functions. Consider the possibility of a turn-of-the-century reception at one of our historic Lincoln sites or a picnic near a log cabin village.
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This former Masonic Temple underwent a $9 million renovation to completely transform the 80,000-square-foot facility into the Hoogland Center, one of the most elegant and unique spaces in the Springfield area.
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The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum boasts numerous venues for a very special and distinctive meeting or event.
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Conveniently located in Springfield’s lake area, near the major interstates, restaurants and shopping, the University of Illinois at Springfield offers exceptional meeting facilities for your big event.
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Through the displays of various military aircraft, visitors can learn about the brave souls who flew and maintained these machines. This museum is found at Springfield's Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport.
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Host your event under towering trees, amidst a botanical garden or in the shadow of a carillon bell tower. Honor your attendees with a private carillon bell concert. Picnic in an enclosed historic pavilion or beside a quiet lagoon.
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Southwind Park is an innovative park experience that is 100% ADA Accessible. Attendees stroll through sensory gardens on their way to Erin’s Pavilion. Erin’s Pavilion provides panoramic views of the lake from inside and out.
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Visit the log cabin village where a young Lincoln plied his trades in the 1830’s. Costumed townspeople and interpreters are available to help bring your visit to life.
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This new museum holds assorted collections of artifacts, fossilized plants and animals, art, rocks and more to show the evolution of change in this area. Interactive elements, thrilling audio and video effects, life-sized dioramas and thousands of authentic fossils and specimens.
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This beautiful house has served as the official residence of Illinois' governors and their families since Governor Joel Matteson took up residence here in 1855. The Illinois Executive Mansion is one of the oldest historic residences in the state.
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The Illinois State Library was created more than 150 years ago to serve the needs of state government. Today, it has become a computer-age doorway to worldwide information that will continue to develop into the 21st century and beyond.
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The Old State Capitol is an elegant setting for candlelight receptions. There is something special about this building in the evening; it is somehow easier to transport yourself back in time and imagine what it must have been like for citizens of Springfield in the mid-1800s.
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The Dana-Thomas House, one of the finest examples of early Frank Lloyd Wright/Prairie style architecture, is located in the heart of Springfield. Originally built for local socialite and activist Susan Lawrence Dana at the turn of the century, this lavish residence is now open to the public and available for private functions!
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The museum is committed to collecting, preserving, interpreting, and exhibiting military artifacts associated with the citizen-soldier of Illinois. This exhibit includes the state's collection of military vehicles, weapons, uniforms, equipment and photographs.
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A spacious and state-of-the-art convention facility, the Prairie Capital Convention Center (PCCC) is adjacent to two hotels. Located in Downtown Springfield, it’s just steps away from prime sightseeing, dining and shopping, as well as the Illinois State Capitol complex.
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Home to one of the country’s oldest and most vibrant State Fairs, the Illinois State Fairgrounds expansively accommodates events that run the gamut from agricultural shows and expos, pet shows and trials, equine events, breed specialty shows, car club rallies, auctions and swap meets.
