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Coronavirus brings the world, travel to a standstill

March 15, 2020 Sightseers’ Delight

The world has come to a standstill due to the COVID-19 (coronavirus) outbreak, and museums, sporting venues and attractions worldwide have closed their doors.

Governors send letter in support of Recovering America’s Wildlife Act

October 17, 2019 Sightseers’ Delight

Governors from several states, including Ohio and Illinois, sent a letter to members of the U.S. House Committee on Natural Resources in support of the Recovering America’s Wildlife Act.

This is the most-surveilled city in the United States

August 15, 2019 Sightseers’ Delight

The city may be too busy to hate, but it’s not too busy to watch.

Supporters want Cahokia Mounds to join National Parks Service

March 19, 2019 Illinois News Network

Supporters are trying again to convince federal lawmakers to make Cahokia Mounds a part of the National Parks Service. The 2,200-acre site in Collinsville draws about 300,000 visitors a year.

The many statues of Honest Abe

August 29, 2018 Todd DeFeo

A driving tour of Illinois is fascinating in a number of levels, but particularly for seeing the many depictions of the state’s most famous resident.

Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum

Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library Foundation looking to raise $9.7 million

August 17, 2018 Sightseers’ Delight

The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library Foundation wants to raise $9.7 million to pay off a loan it took out to buy artifacts related to President Abraham Lincoln.

Taking in Springfield, Illinois: From Honest Abe to corn dogs

October 21, 2017 Todd DeFeo

One could be forgiven for thinking Abraham Lincoln is responsible for anything and everything that ever happened here.

Rare: Frequent travelers know weirdness is everywhere — and they love it

February 15, 2017 Todd DeFeo

Weird, unexpected and surprising attractions make for the most delightful destinations on any vacation. So, when weirdness rears its head, embrace it.

Illinois Railway Museum features impressive railroad collection

September 19, 2016 Todd DeFeo

The Illinois Railway Museum boasts one of the most impressive railroad collections in the country.

Lincoln Presidential Library historian named Illinois state historian

July 27, 2016 Sightseers’ Delight

Trustees of the Illinois Historic Preservation Agency have named a research historian at the Lincoln Presidential Library Illinois state historian.