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As the state's government grew, the museum collection was moved from the Capitol Building to the newly constructed Centennial Building, now known as the Michael Howlett building, in 1923. With continued growth of its collections, and the need to have a dedicated location in Springfield for tourists and school groups, the state began ...
Since 2006, Metro Center – and in particular, the Quadrangle–Mattoon Street Historic District – has seen a notable resurgence in residential living, with growing populations of people seeking an urban, cultural environment at reasonable prices, e.g. 20-somethings, LGBTs, bohemians, urban professionals, and empty-nesters.
The St. John's congregation traces its origins to the oldest of Springfield's African-American congregations. The Free Church was founded in 1844, and was an important area center of abolitionist activity, serving as a nexus of activity on the Underground Railroad.
The town was sold to Joseph Loose of Maryland, then again to John D. Keedy, a Springfield distiller. Land south of Jamestown was purchased and a distillery was put up. Yet again, the properties were lost, first mortgaged to Jacob Bunn, then given as a claim settlement to Parley L. Howlett, another distiller. Jamestown was soon renamed Howlett ...
A 5.4-acre lot at 817 W. El Camino Alto Dr. is up for rezoning to allow for the development of a senior living facility. The property abuts the Quail Creek subdivision in south Springfield.
A new luxury car center is officially in the works in downtown Springfield after construction started over the weekend.
Letters indicate other buildings used by Springfield Technical Community College-a. Scibelli Hall b. Deliso Hall c. Putnam Hall d. Mail/Receiving e. Automotive Technology f. Health Sciences Building g. Facilities Department h. Campus Police The "'Wait Guide' Stone" referred to here is the westernmost terminal of the 1767 Milestones.
The Phoenix Center has opened a new east-side public health center with plans for a north-end location allowing the LGBTQ community center to expand its services to underserved communities in ...