Events with IT Pick

This exhibit tells the story of Illinois' long fight for freedom from slavery. It is on loan from the National Park Service. 217-391-6323

Music at no less than five stages, with three music genres and at three locations, beginning at the Route 66 Hotel and Conference Center, ending at Knights Action Park and with a whole bunch of stuff in between. 217-529-6626

Free admission all day. Join the The Migrating Murals ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the first installation of the national series to be featured in the Midwest. The new artwork in the courtyard was created by renowned artist Jane Kim and her team at Ink Dwell. 217-971-4435

Attention young adventurers! Join the Illinois State Museum for our summer Try It Tuesday! Every Tuesday, from 10 AM to 2 PM, we will host free hands-on activities for kids and families. From flowers to flight, these exciting experiments and crafts explore a variety of topics inspired by our exhibits. Try It Tuesday is only here for the summer, and you won't want to miss out! Today’s Program: Celebrate the 19th anniversary of the Hale-Bopp Comet by learning more about this astral anomaly and create your own tin foil model. 217-782-6044

Beginners are welcome. 262-622-3151

The SAA will be selling supplies and equipment in metals, ceramics, painting, photography and so much more. As people clean out their closets and donate supplies and equipment from a forgotten hobby, we offer them to the public at low prices for you to find your new art making passion. Come out and see what you can find! 217-523-2631

The pet therapy team, Nash and Christie, will stop by to visit with the seniors. 217-528-4035

Presented by FUJI BJJ Championship Series. Competitors range in age from 4 years old to 60+. 217-725-8047

Enjoy a lunch to honor the first responders and elected officials from our city, county and surrounding areas for their ongoing dedication and support of keeping our communities safe. 217-528-4035