Springfield, IL

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About Springfield, IL

Springfield is the state capital and the heart of the Land of Lincoln, and the 16th president's legacy is evident throughout the city. Its world-renowned Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library & Museum attracts people from around the world. The family-friendly city has a thriving business community with a lively downtown area.

Lincoln's tomb

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The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum

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