Springfield is located in the Sangamon County, in the State of Illinois. As the county seat, Springfield has a growing population, which numbers 116,250 inhabitants. The city of Springfield has formed a major metropolitan statistical area around itself, which has a population of around 208,000 inhabitants. The first settlements of the Springfield area date back to the 1810s.
Top Attractions within Springfield
The Washington Park in Springfield is listed, since 1992, on the National Register of Historic Places, as it was built here in 1901, and it offers visitors many interesting things to see and do. The park has several designated walking trails, which will enable you to explore the vast grounds. During these walks, you can relax and enjoy the sound of nature and its fresh air. In addition to walking trails, the Washington Park includes a botanical garden and a rose garden, filled with beautiful colors and delightful landscapes. In the summer, the two favorite activities for people in Springfield are listening to live musical concerts in the Washington Park and feeding the ducks on the pond included here.
The Carpenter Park is another great outdoor area located in Springfield. This is a natural reservation placed on the Sangamon River. Therefore, residents and visitors like this park for the numerous possibilities it offers both on land and on water. A great number of plant species can be seen in the Carpenter Park, especially a selection of local tree exemplars. Bird-watching is another favorite activity taken up by many coming to the natural habitat area.
The Hoogland Center for the Arts is a major venue in Springfield. This is a multi-purpose facility, which offers a variety of artistic and cultural representations for all those interested. The center includes the local Theater Center, where people have the chance to witness a variety of performances, based on local productions. You can also participate in the shows held by the Municipal Opera and by the Ballet Company. There is a show here suitable for people with all tastes in the arts.
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