Illinois Humanities at the State Fair

Illinois Humanities is hitting the road! As part of our Illinois America 250th programming, we’ll be at the Illinois State Fair in Springfield from August 13 – 15, and we’d love to see you there.  

Find us in the Governor’s Tent, where we’ll be “taking over” the Illinois America 250 table. You will have the opportunity to participate in Illinois Voices 250, a statewide time capsule of conversations with people in all 102 Illinois counties done in partnership with the Illinois America 250 Commission and StoryCorps Studios.

This project celebrates and preserves the voices of everyday Illinoisans: who we are, what we care about, and what we think is important about this moment in our country's history.

By documenting diverse stories, reflections, and memories from people across the state, Illinois Voices 250 will create a lasting record. These conversations will be preserved in a special collection at the American Folklife Center at the Library of Congress for future generations.

You’ll also get a chance to learn more about our 250th events, enjoy an interactive experience that celebrates the people and stories that shape Illinois, and learn more about what other Illinoisans are doing to celebrate the 250th. 

Whether you're a longtime supporter or just curious about what we do, this is a great chance to connect with us in person — just come and say hi!

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