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Illinois State Police troopers recognize Black History Month

Thursday, February 22 by Jc Tinsley

In honor of Black History Month, African American Troopers along with active and retired members of the Illinois Association of Black Law Enforcement Officers (ABLE) are volunteering throughout the state at various schools where they are reading to students and engaging them in discussions... Read More.

Jesse White Hosts “Preserving Their Memories” A Celebration of the Illinois Veterans’ History Project

Friday, November 3 by Jc Tinsley

Secretary of State Jesse White hosted “Preserving Their Memories” to honor veterans and their contributions to the Illinois Veterans’ History Project today at the Illinois State Library in Springfield. The Illinois Veterans’ History Project honors Illinois veterans by documenting and preserving their experiences. “The Illinois... Read More.

RLC History articulation agreement eliminates roadblocks

Wednesday, October 18 by Jc Tinsley

Rend Lake College is excited to announce yet another in a growing list of program articulation agreements between RLC and partner four-year institutions. Effective Oct. 17, 2017, RLC students interested in pursuing a degree in history will have a seamless path to transfer to Southern... Read More.

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Lincoln Presidential Library releases oral history of high school sports in Illinois

Tuesday, October 3 by Jc Tinsley

The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library’s Oral History Program is proud to release a new collection of interviews telling the story of high school sports in Illinois through the words of students, coaches, referees, broadcasters and administrators. The project, “Sports Stories: IHSA,” features 54 interviews about... Read More.

Outlaws, soldiers, immigrants and more Oct 5-6 at Conference on Illinois History

Wednesday, September 13 by Jc Tinsley

Outlaws getting quick justice from a mob. Enslaved people suffering in a supposedly free state. Immigrants making new lives in small towns and big cities. Lingering questions about Abraham Lincoln’s coffin. Those stories and many others will be told next month at the 2017 Conference... Read More.

Carmi Kiwanis gets a baseball history lesson from Eric Rahlfs

Friday, May 26 by Jc Tinsley

Wearing the uniform of his team, the Murphysboro Clarkes, Eric Rahlfs speaks to the Carmi Kiwanis Club about his involvement with vintage baseball. Rahlfs and the rest of the Clarkes’ “ballists” play “matches” against other vintage enthusiasts. Rahlfs, a member of the Carmi... Read More.

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Explore Illinois history with new app

Monday, February 27 by Jc Tinsley

A new app from the Illinois Historic Preservation Agency offers information and photos that will help visitors get the most from their trips to state historic sites. The ‘Experience History’ app also allows history fans to support Illinois’ historic sites with digital donations, an option... Read More.

Governor Celebrates Black History Month

Monday, February 27 by Jc Tinsley

Governor Bruce Rauner, in partnership with the Illinois Department of Human Rights, the Illinois Black Chamber of Commerce, and the Chicago Defender, today celebrated Black History Month at an event honoring the contributions of African Americans to Illinois history. “Today we celebrate the incredible accomplishments... Read More.

Vandalia Statehouse offers music, refreshments, history for Lincoln’s birthday

Thursday, January 26 by Jc Tinsley

Vandalia Statehouse offers music, refreshment and history on Feb. 11 VANDALIA, Ill. – Vandalia Statehouse State Historic Site will celebrate Abraham Lincoln’s birthday Feb. 11 with refreshments, music and a look at his in-laws who sided with the South during the Civil War. The free party,... Read More.

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History and hiking at Cahokia Mounds October 1st and 2nd

Tuesday, September 27 by Jc Tinsley

The first weekend in October brings a chance to hike with experts on the history and ecology of Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site and get scholars’ help identifying ancient artifacts. The fall Nature and Culture Hike takes place on Saturday, Oct. 1, from 9:30 a.m.... Read More.

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Stories tagged with: history

Illinois State Police troopers recognize Black History Month

Jesse White Hosts “Preserving Their Memories” A Celebration of the Illinois Veterans’ History Project

RLC History articulation agreement eliminates roadblocks

Lincoln Presidential Library releases oral history of high school sports in Illinois

Outlaws, soldiers, immigrants and more Oct 5-6 at Conference on Illinois History

Carmi Kiwanis gets a baseball history lesson from Eric Rahlfs

Explore Illinois history with new app

Governor Celebrates Black History Month

Vandalia Statehouse offers music, refreshments, history for Lincoln’s birthday

History and hiking at Cahokia Mounds October 1st and 2nd

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