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Springfield is the capital of the U.S. state of Illinois and the county seat of Sangamon County. As of 2021, the city's population was 115,807, making it the sixth-most populous city in Illinois. Springfield is nicknamed the "Flower City" and often referred to as the "Land of Lincoln" due to it being the hometown of Abraham Lincoln as well as the place where he is buried and where his presidential library and museum are located.

History

Springfield was first settled by European Americans in the late 1810s. It was incorporated in 1832 and became Illinois' state capital in 1837. The city was at the center of the Young America movement in the 1840s and is known as the site of the Lincoln-Douglas debates of 1858 which helped launch Lincoln's national political career. Lincoln lived in Springfield from 1837 until 1861 when he left for the White House. His tomb and presidential library are located here today which draw many tourists.

For more on Springfield's history, visit the Springfield, Illinois Wikipedia page.

Attractions

Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum

The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum contains the world's largest collection of artifacts and documents related to Lincoln's life and presidency. Highlights include copies of the Gettysburg Address and Emancipation Proclamation. The museum uses high-tech exhibits and recreations to tell the story of Lincoln's time in office during the Civil War.

Presidential Library Address: 212 N 6th St, Springfield, IL 62701

Presidential Library Phone: (217) 782-5764

Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Website

Lincoln Home National Historic Site

Lincoln's home in Springfield from 1844 to 1861 has been preserved and restored to look as it would have during Lincoln's residency. Rangers provide tours of the home and neighborhood where Lincoln began his political career.

Lincoln Home Address: 426 S 7th St, Springfield, IL 62701

Lincoln Home Phone: (217) 492-4241

Lincoln Home National Historic Site Website

Lincoln's Tomb

After his assassination in 1865, Lincoln's body was returned to Springfield where he was buried in Oak Ridge Cemetery. His impressive tomb is marked by an 117-foot tall obelisk.

Lincoln's Tomb Address: 1500 Monument Ave, Springfield, IL 62702

Lincoln's Tomb GPS Coordinates: 39.8013° N, 89.6592° W

Lincoln's Tomb State Historic Site

Old State Capitol

The Old State Capitol building houses a museum about Illinois history and Lincoln's political career. Lincoln delivered his famous "House Divided" speech here in 1858.

Old State Capitol Address: 1 Old State Capitol Plaza, Springfield, IL 62701

Old State Capitol Phone: (217) 785-9363

Old State Capitol State Historic Site

Springfield Art Association and Edwards Place

The Springfield Art Association is a community art center located in the historic Edwards Place mansion. The building houses an art gallery, studios, classrooms, library, and theater.

Springfield Art Association Address: 700 N 4th St, Springfield, IL 62702

Springfield Art Association Phone: (217) 523-2631

Springfield Art Association Website

Economy

As the state capital and sixth largest city in Illinois, Springfield has a diversified economy. Top employers include state government, healthcare, education, insurance, and finance. Manufacturing and distribution are also significant.

For more on Springfield's economy, visit the Economic Overview page on the City of Springfield website.

Major Employers

State of Illinois

State Government Office

Address: 200-400 E Randolph St, Springfield, IL 62701

Phone: (217) 782-2000

Memorial Medical Center

Hospital

Address: 701 N 1st St, Springfield, IL 62781

Phone: (217) 788-3000

Springfield Public Schools District 186

Public School District

Address: 1900 W Monroe St, Springfield, IL 62704

Phone: (217) 525-3000

Horace Mann

Insurance Company

Address: 1 Horace Mann Plz, Springfield, IL 62715

Phone: (217) 789-2500

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois

Health Insurance Company

Address: 3051 W White Oaks Dr, Springfield, IL 62704

Phone: (217) 793-8000

Transportation

Springfield is served by several major transportation infrastructure links. Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport provides regional commercial flights. Interstate 55 connects the city to Chicago, St. Louis, and other communities. Amtrak provides passenger rail service on multiple routes. The local mass transit district SMTD operates a bus network around the city.

Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport

Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) provides commercial air service to major hubs including Chicago, Dallas, and Atlanta among others. The airport is located northwest of Springfield near the village of Sangamon.

Amtrak

The Springfield Amtrak station is located downtown and offers service on the Lincoln Service, Texas Eagle, and other routes.

Sangamon Mass Transit District

SMTD operates local buses around Springfield and the surrounding area with about a dozen routes. The downtown transfer station is Union Station near the Amtrak station.

Education

Public education in Springfield is provided by Springfield Public Schools District 186. The district operates dozens of elementary, middle, and high schools. Higher education options include the University of Illinois Springfield, Lincoln Land Community College, and several private liberal arts colleges.

Springfield Public Schools District 186

District 186 is the primary public school district covering Springfield. It has over 24,000 students across more than 40 schools.

University of Illinois Springfield

UIS is a public university and part of the University of Illinois system. The main campus is located on the southeast side of Springfield.

Lincoln Land Community College

Lincoln Land is the community college serving Springfield and central Illinois. The main campus is located north of the city.

County and Local Government

Springfield is the county seat of Sangamon County. The city operates under a mayor-commission form of government. Sangamon County offices and courts are located in downtown Springfield.

Sangamon County

Sangamon County Website

Sangamon County Complex

Address: 200 S 9th St #101, Springfield, IL 62701

Phone: (217) 753-6700

City of Springfield

City of Springfield Website

City of Springfield Facebook

City Hall

Address: 300 S 7th St, Springfield, IL 62701

Phone: (217) 789-2000

Sports

The Springfield Lucky Horseshoes baseball team plays minor league baseball at Robin Roberts Stadium downtown. The Springfield Stallions are a semi-professional football team.

Springfield Lucky Horseshoes

Minor League Baseball Team

Lucky Horseshoes Website

Springfield Stallions

Semi-Pro Football Team

Stallions Website

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