Springfield-Branson National Airport donates iconic carpet to history museum

The Springfield-Branson National Airport donated three squares of its iconic carpet to the Springfield History Museum on ...
WAND

Around the 217: Preserving the past, inside Springfield’s African American History Museum

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WAND) — When it comes to history, there are names and stories many people may never know — unless someone takes the time to preserve them. That’s the mission of the African American ...
Springfield News-Leader

'Living history' of Springfield's Black community honored on trail

On Feb. 26, during the centennial of Black History Month, Springfield's African-American Heritage Trail unveiled and dedicated its 11th marker adding local context to national history. The newest stop ...
The State Journal-Register

With new exhibits and relevance, African American History Museum reopens in Springfield

The Springfield museum at the entrance to Oak Ridge Cemetery has reopened after a 16-month hiatus. One of the museum's new exhibits was created by a former Hollywood set designer. The museum's board ...