Culture

Route History, a Springfield museum that opened in 2019 to share stories about the tragedy, resilience and excellence of Black people along historic Route 66, is the brainchild of Dr. Gina Lathan. “I’m a researcher by trade, and when I became a grandma, I wanted to make sure my grandson, Blake, knew he came from […]

You have been in theater for nearly 20 years. What is it about the stage that keeps you coming back for more? Reggie Guyton: Theater has saved my life. It gave me purpose and understanding. There’s something about sinking into roles or a script that gives you a sense of distraction. During some of my […]

Nalo Mitchell’s “aha moment,” after serving two months as the inaugural executive director of the Springfield and Central Illinois African American History Museum, is the willingness of individuals to share their personal and familial histories, even if they are difficult or emotional, and how it has shaped them as individuals. These stories continually improve and […]

Part commemoration, part reenactment and part revival, the Billy Sunday 1909 Celebration: “Six Weeks that Saved the Soul of Springfield” (A Trilogy, Part 1) blew through the capital city like a Pentecostal whirlwind May 28, inspiring and energizing a faithful crowd of about 300 at the Bank of Springfield (BOS) Center. Sponsored by the Ministerial […]

Art is one of the things that Springfield does, does well and does often. We are lucky to have some incredible talent amongst us and plenty of places to see their work, and spring is the time to get out and about and do just that. Home-grown art studios and galleries are some of the […]

“Dreaming” Fridays, Saturdays, 12-6pm, through April 29. View all new work in a wide range of media such as blown glass, glass mosaic, graphite, metal work, mixed media, paintings in both acrylic and oil, pastels, photography and sculpture. Free. The Pharmacy Gallery and Art Space, 623 E. Adams St., 217-899-9786. pharmacygallery.com. Friday Nights at DIM […]