Things to do in Springfield
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Oak Ridge Cemetery
The impressive Lincoln’s Tomb sits in Oak Ridge Cemetery, north of downtown. The gleam on the nose of Lincoln’s bust, created by visitors’ light touches, indicates the numbers of those who pay their respects here.
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D'Arcy's Pint
This pub concocts Springfield's best 'horseshoe, ' a local sandwich that consists of fried meat on toasted bread, mounded with french fries and smothered in melted cheese. It's 3 miles south of downtown.
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Old State Capitol
Old State Capitol offers detailed tours covering Lincoln's early political life; the former takes in his dramatic pre-Civil War debates with Stephen Douglas.
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Dana-Thomas House
Lincoln-free attractions include the pristine 1904 Dana-Thomas House, one of Frank Lloyd Wright's Prairie-style masterworks, with an insightful tour.
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Trout Lilly Cafe
Arty Trout Lilly serves quiche and muffins for breakfast, soups and sandwiches for lunch, and coffee anytime.
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