Category: Museums

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

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.

University art museum since 1933 known for its Asian & Northwest art collections.

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

Art deco museum with paintings, sculptures & lithographs by American, Asian & European artists.

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

The Museum of Springfield History offers a captivating journey through the city’s rich past, showcasing fascinating artifacts and exhibits that bring to life the stories and people who have shaped Springfield over time. Visitors can delve into the region’s cultural heritage, explore pivotal moments in its history, and gain a deeper understanding of the factors that have contributed to its unique identity.

Historic buildings & large collection of military weapons displayed at Revolutionary War arsenal.

Big complex featuring interactive exhibits on outer space, a planetarium, a gift shop & more.