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Welcome to the Springfield and Central Illinois African American History Museum. We share authentic stories of African American life in Central Illinois—past and present—celebrating our history, culture, and future.

Please be advised that AAHM will be closed on January 29th and 30th due to inclement weather.

Juneteenth, Comer Cox Park, 2023

Black History Month Events

2/21/2026

Community Conversations

2pm

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3:30pm

AAHM: 1440 Monument Ave., Springfield, IL 62702

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2/21/2026

Community Conversations

 In honor of Black History Month, we are excited to welcome the Springfield Aldermanic Black Caucus, which includes Alderman Roy Williams, J...

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2pm

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3:30pm

AAHM: 1440 Monument Ave., Springfield, IL 62702

2/22/2026

8th Annual Black History Bowl

2pm

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4pm

Springfield Southeast High School: 2350 E Ash St., Springfield, IL 62703

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2/22/2026

8th Annual Black History Bowl

 Join us on Sunday, February 22, 2026, at 2 PM for the 8th Annual Black History Bowl championship round at Springfield Southeast High School...

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2pm

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4pm

Springfield Southeast High School: 2350 E Ash St., Springfield, IL 62703

2/28/2026

"Art for the Ages" Opening Reception

2pm

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3pm

AAHM: 1440 Monument Ave., Springfield, IL 62702

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2/28/2026

"Art for the Ages" Opening Reception

Join AAHM for “Art for the Ages” a collaborative exhibition featuring students’ artwork from Springfield School District 186, as we celebrat...

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2pm

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3pm

AAHM: 1440 Monument Ave., Springfield, IL 62702

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Honoring the Memory of The Honorable Judge Theodis Lewis

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Tuesday-Saturday: 12 PM - 4 PM

Special events and private guided tours can be made outside of general admission times. Please call the office to schedule your event.

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Visitors are are strongly encouraged to donate to the museum in lieu of an admission fee. 

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Springfield & Central IL African American History

1440 Monument Avenue, Springfield, IL, USA

Telephone Number: (217)391-6323 Mailing Address: 1440 Monument Ave., Springfield, IL 62702 Email: Contact@spiaahm.org

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