Category: Museums

Interactive science exhibits, experiments & activities on topics ranging from DNA to dinosaurs.

Whimsical bronze sculptures of Dr. Seuss characters fill the courtyard of this multi-museum complex.

Period costumes & other historic touches at a mock 18th & 19th-century village with seasonal tours.

Museum featuring oral histories & exhibitions on the local African-American experience.

This museum offers rotating exhibitions & docent-guided tours plus workshops & classes for all ages.

The Museum of Springfield History offers a captivating journey through the past, chronicling the rich and diverse heritage of Springfield. Visitors can explore fascinating exhibits that showcase the city’s evolution, from its early beginnings to its present-day vibrancy. Through artifacts, photographs, and interactive displays, the museum brings to life the stories and experiences of generations past, providing a deeper understanding of Springfield’s cultural tapestry.

Extensive collection of surrealist art by Salvador Dalí housed in a building with 900 glass panels.

Educational venue dedicated to the culture, history, geology, anthropology & art of Illinois.

Visitor center honoring local writer Theodor Geisel, with rhyming games & life-sized characters.

Local museum exploring the area’s history with a range of permanent & temporary exhibitions.