# Event Details

- **Event Name**: July 4th Family Day at the Old State Capitol
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 04 Jul, 2026 at 09:00 am
- **Event Description**: Join us at the Old State Capitol State Historic Site on Saturday, July 4th as we celebrate our nation's 250th birthday! The site will be open from 9:00 AM-7:00 PM, with special programs and events throughout the day.

Scheduled programs include: 

- 10:00 AM and 2:30 PM (two sessions)Tie-Dye 250:
Youth ages 5-15 can celebrate our nation’s 250th birthday by creating a patriotic tie-dye shirt.
Reservations Suggested; reserve at https://TieDye250.eventbrite.com
Sizes Available: Child Medium, Adult Medium and Adult Large
Program offered twice: 

- Noon-1:00 Donner-Reed Party: Manifest Dreams
Learn about the Donner-Reed Party’s reasons for leaving for Springfield, their dreams for the future and what they hoped to accomplish on their journey west.
Reservations optional; more info at https://ManifestDreamsOSC.eventbrite.com

- 1:00-3:00 pm Capitol Creations 
Make & Take/Take & Make projects offered by Studio on Sixth 
No reservations needed, projects and supplies will be available for purchase onsite when you arrive

Lincoln Troubadours perform at 11:30 and 3:30

Lincoln LIVE: Abraham Lincoln discusses his historic speeches
Noon: Gettysburg Address
3:30: House Divided Speech

Living History Night - Meet heroes from our past and hear their stories
5:30: Custodian of Freedom: William H. Butler’s Story
6:30: Frederick Douglass, Abolitionist & Orator

Free Patriotic Take-and-Make Art Projects available while supplies last

We hope to see you there!
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/springfield/july-4th-family-day-at-the-old-state-capitol/200030326804013
- **Event Categories**: Art
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Springfield
- **state**: IL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 1 Old State Capitol Plz, Springfield, IL, United States, Illinois 62701
- **lat**: 39.80114
- **long**: -89.64859
- **full address**: 1 Old State Capitol Plz, Springfield, IL, United States, Illinois 62701

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: July 4th Family Day at the Old State Capitol
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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is July 4th Family Day at the Old State Capitol being held?
  - **A:** July 4th Family Day at the Old State Capitol takes place on Sat, 04 Jul, 2026 at 09:00 am to Sat, 04 Jul, 2026 at 09:00 am at 1 Old State Capitol Plz, Springfield, IL, United States, Illinois 62701.
- **Q**: Who is organizing July 4th Family Day at the Old State Capitol?
  - **A:** July 4th Family Day at the Old State Capitol is organized by State Historic Sites at Springfield, IL.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** July 4th Family Day at the Old State Capitol is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Springfield, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If July 4th Family Day at the Old State Capitol sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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