STOP 08Land of Lincoln
Springfield
Illinois capital & crown jewel of Illinois Route 66
Springfield is the capital of Illinois and the crown jewel of Illinois Route 66. Abraham Lincoln lived here for 24 years, and the city is packed with Lincoln sites. The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library & Museum is world-class.
For Route 66 travelers, Springfield's Cozy Dog Drive In invented the corn dog (cozy dog) in 1949 and is still serving them at the same location. The city has the highest concentration of Route 66 attractions in the state.
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Tips for Visiting Springfield
The Lincoln Museum needs 2-3 hours minimum — don't rush it.
Cozy Dog closes at 8pm — plan accordingly.