ILLINOIS STATE MILITARY MUSEUM

SPRINGFIELD, IL

Bumbling Through Buffalo Interestingly, I've never shot anything on the Springfield Hannibal - the ex-Wabash west of Decatur. It's a well known and better photographed than the Lafayette a little closer to home (and certainly more photogenic than the Lafy!), yet I've just... never been. As a result, when I finally did venture west of Decatur to find NS 148, I really had no idea how I was going to shoot it outside of my first shot at Dawson. I'd driven past a few potential photo spots on my way to Dawson, but it's always hard to get a real grasp on an angle until you put your eye on your viewfinder. NS148 was of interest because of it being led by the former Southern Pacific AC44 that is now patched as the UP6379. Hoping to maximize my shots - as I knew the train would not enter the Lafayette until after dark - I was ready to stop anywhere to try a shot. I hadn't even thought about shooting at Buffalo, but when I saw the crossing again, I knew I had to make a stop - even though light was very strange, and I had barely any lead over the 148. Still, I got it. Just barely! If I learned anything from this afternoon, it's that I need to return to the Springfield Hannibal to try some of these spots again...
Bumbling Through Buffalo Credit: Leo Blackwelder

The Illinois State Military Museum in Springfield, IL, is a unique and fascinating place for those interested in military history. The museum is housed in the historic Camp Lincoln, a former Civil War and World War I training camp. Inside the museum, visitors can explore a variety of artifacts, documents, and photos that tell the story of Illinois’ involvement in the military from the earliest days of the state’s history all the way through to the present.

The museum features a wide array of permanent and changing exhibits, including the Hall of Heroes, which highlights the stories of individuals who have earned the Medal of Honor and other high honors while serving in the military. Other exhibits include a look at the history of Camp Lincoln and the Illinois National Guard, a special exhibit on the Illinois contribution to World War II, and a look at the role of women in the military.

The museum also offers a variety of educational programs and activities, such as lectures and workshops, as well as special events. There is even a special program for children that teaches them about the history of the military and the importance of service to their country.

The Illinois State Military Museum is a great place for anyone interested in learning about the history of the military in Illinois and the important role it has played in the nation’s history. It is open to the public free of charge and is worth a visit for anyone interested in the history of the military in the Land of Lincoln.

ILLINOIS STATE MILITARY MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in SPRINGFIELD IL. US MID #8401700124

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Midwest (Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin).

Bumbling Through Buffalo Interestingly, I've never shot anything on the Springfield Hannibal - the ex-Wabash west of Decatur. It's a well known and better photographed than the Lafayette a little closer to home (and certainly more photogenic than the Lafy!), yet I've just... never been. As a result, when I finally did venture west of Decatur to find NS 148, I really had no idea how I was going to shoot it outside of my first shot at Dawson. I'd driven past a few potential photo spots on my way to Dawson, but it's always hard to get a real grasp on an angle until you put your eye on your viewfinder. NS148 was of interest because of it being led by the former Southern Pacific AC44 that is now patched as the UP6379. Hoping to maximize my shots - as I knew the train would not enter the Lafayette until after dark - I was ready to stop anywhere to try a shot. I hadn't even thought about shooting at Buffalo, but when I saw the crossing again, I knew I had to make a stop - even though light was very strange, and I had barely any lead over the 148. Still, I got it. Just barely! If I learned anything from this afternoon, it's that I need to return to the Springfield Hannibal to try some of these spots again...
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ILLINOIS STATE MILITARY MUSEUM
CAMP LINCOLN 1301 NORTH MACARTHUR BLVD.
SPRINGFIELD
IL
62702-2399

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ILLINOIS STATE MILITARY MUSEUM Information

MID # 8401700124
Name ILLINOIS STATE MILITARY MUSEUM
Alternate Name ILLINOIS STATE MILITARY MUSEUM
Classification Uncategorized or General Museums, , Midwest
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)
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Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)
INCOME 0
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LAT/LONG 39.815019, -89.650598
CODES FIPS State Code: 17
FIPS County Code: 167
US Census Tract: 000300
US Census Block: 3044