ILLINOIS ASSOCIATION OF HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSIONS

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 Association of Historic Preservation Commissions (IAHPC) is an organization dedicated to preserving the historic sites and heritage of the state of Illinois. Founded in 1988, IAHPC works to promote and protect the preservation of historic sites, buildings, and resources in Illinois. The organization provides information and support to individuals and organizations working to preserve historic sites, as well as to local, state, and federal agencies.

The IAHPC is based in Springfield, Illinois, the state capitol. The organization works to promote the preservation of historic sites throughout the state. They host educational events and workshops for those interested in learning more about historic preservation, and provide resources and guidance for individuals and organizations working to preserve Illinois’ heritage. The IAHPC also advocates for the preservation of historic sites and resources in the state, and works to ensure that changes to historic sites do not destroy their integrity.

The IAHPC is supported by a variety of members including local preservation commissions, heritage organizations, and private individuals. The organization also works in collaboration with the Illinois Historic Preservation Agency to preserve and protect the state’s rich cultural heritage. Through their work, the IAHPC strives to ensure that the rich history of Illinois is preserved for future generations.

ILLINOIS ASSOCIATION OF HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSIONS is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in SPRINGFIELD IL. US MID #8401701067

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). 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 ASSOCIATION OF HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSIONS
PO BOX 5337
SPRINGFIELD
IL
62705-6270

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MID # 8401701067
Name ILLINOIS ASSOCIATION OF HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSIONS
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Midwest
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 371210136
NTEECC
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201205
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 39.794623, -89.624469
CODES FIPS State Code: 17
FIPS County Code: 167
US Census Tract: 001600
US Census Block: 2011