Sitting here in the capital of Illinois, Springfield (and some believe the "real site" of Homer Simpson's Springfield). Liz is sleeping so I'm taking the opportunity to get caught up on e-mails and blogs, especially since this is the first day of the month,
Of course, the city is known for all its Lincoln stuff, and rightfully so. But that's not all the history there is. Some other places:
ROUTE 66
Bill Shea's Gas Station Museum
Cozy Dog Drive In
Several Route 66 alignments through the city as well as the Dirksen and Stevenson Expressways, the Route 66 By pass.
Signage makes following the alignments easy.
Route 66 Hotel and Convention Center in the first Holiday Inn in Illinois.
Several bars dating back to the road including the Curve Inn and Lake Springfield Tap.
HOMES
Edwards Place built 1833
Elijah Iles House and Museum of Springfield History. Oldest surviving home belonged to Springfield's founder.
Executive Mansion-- Governor's house where Blago wouldn't stay.
Vachel Lindsay Home-- known for his poetry. Born and lived here all his life.
Dana-Thomas House State Historic Site designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. Closed for repairs but open in the summer 2011.
John H. Lewis Home-- leader of United Mine Workers Labor Union.
And, That's Not All. --Cooter
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