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The Culture News section provides access to all State of Illinois press releases that have been published about the arts and entertainment, highlighting state historical and cultural announcements.

09/13/2014 - Governor Quinn Proclaims “Zac Brown Band Day” Across Illinois
CHICAGO – Governor Pat Quinn today met the Zac Brown Band before their concert to welcome the three-time GRAMMY winners to Illinois and proclaim today, September 13, 2014, as “Zac Brown Band Day” in Illinois.
08/22/2014 - Governor Quinn Signs Law Removing Barriers for Immigrant Architects and Engineers
CHICAGO – Governor Pat Quinn has signed legislation making it easier for foreign-born design professionals to apply for professional licenses. This legislation is part of Governor Quinn’s agenda to make Illinois the most welcoming state in the nation, and ensure all people have the opportunity to follow their dreams and reach their full potential.
07/18/2014 - Governor Quinn Unveils Mandela Road in Chicago
CHICAGO – Governor Pat Quinn today was joined by state and local officials on what would have been Nelson Mandela’s 96th birthday to unveil the newly-designated Mandela Road in Chicago. The stretch of Cicero Avenue from Roosevelt Road to West Grand Avenue will now also bear a designation in honor of the late South African President and world civil rights leader Nelson Mandela.
05/28/2014 - Governor Quinn Statement on Passing of World-Renowned Poet and Author Maya Angelou
05/28/2014 - Governor Quinn Applauds Illinois Tennis Star Taylor Townsend
05/12/2014 - Governor Quinn Meets With President of Ireland Michael Higgins
10/17/2013 - Statement by Governor Pat Quinn On the Passing of Radio Legend Bob Sanders
08/22/2013 - Governor Quinn Announces Illinois State Fair Attendance Soars to Highest Level Since 2002

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