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Pied Piper Architectural Walking Tour

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Another event to celebrate National Historic Preservation Month is the Pied Piper Downtown Architectural Walking Tour on the first Wednesday of each month at 5:30 p.m. from May - October. This free tour begins in front of the Lincoln-Herndon Law Office and lasts about 1 ½ hours. This year’s tour dates are May 5; June 2; July 7; August 4; September 1; and October 6, 2010. For more information, please call the DSI office at 544-1723.

Downtown Springfield, Inc. invites you to discover some interesting and little-known facts about our city’s unique architectural treasures. Designer Anthony Rubano of the Illinois Historic Preservation Agency will lead a walking tour discussing the architectural styles, materials, and treatments that make up the Illinois Statehouse and the other governmental buildings surrounding. He will also talk about design successes and areas for improvement along the way. The tours will be held May 5 - October 6, 2010 on the first Wednesday of each month.

 

This free tour lasts approximately 90 minutes and begins in front of the Lincoln Herndon Law office on the South Old State Capitol Plaza. For more information, please call the Downtown Springfield, Inc. office at 544-1723.

 





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News Archive:

SJR, June 11 - More to do in city's center - Charity cruise, antique vehicle show moving downtown
SJR, May 29 - Committee to explore Capitol complex neighborhoods - Last week announced formation of the State Capitol Business Council
SJR, May 16 - Farmers Market opens this week - Look for increased foot traffic downtown Wednesday when the Old Capitol Farmers Market kicks off its 2005 season
SJR, April 24 - Our resurgent downtown - Now that the security checkpoints are gone, Springfield can back to normal
SJR, April 24 - Thanks to all who helped with museum dedication - The superb event would not have been possible without the help of dedicated volunteers
SJR, April 23 - Merchants wait to roll up sidewalks - Some downtown retailers extend hours
SJR, March 23 - Market opening nears - Preview days, chef demos both to return
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