Visitors to the main museum in Springfield are treated to world renowned natural history exhibits and a wonderful view of the arts within and beyond Illinois' borders. Educational programs, films, and special events enhance the changing exhibitions. For full details, click again on "Visitor Information" in the menu to the left. Admission is FREE.
For more information about Springfield, contact the Springfield Convention and Visitors Bureau.
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- Address
- 502 South Spring Street
Springfield, IL 62706-5000
- Hours
- Mon.- Sat. 8:30 A.M.-5:00 P.M.; Sun. Noon-5:00 P.M.; Closed New Year's Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.
- Contact Information
- Telephone: (217)782-7386
FAX: (217)782-1254
Email: info@museum.state.il.us
- Parking/Accessibility
- Free parking in the State Capitol Complex Visitors Center Lot one block west of the Museum. Metered street parking. Free parking on weekends in nearby State employee parking lots. Fully wheelchair accessible.
- Directions
- Located at the corner of Spring and Edwards Streets, the ISM is in the Capitol Complex, just south of the State Capitol.
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