This up and coming Museum for the City of Springfield, has a ways to go,but has potential. Located on the old city square in the historic Fox theater amongst an emerging restaurant and bar scene, it should find patrons to help support it. The museum...More

We saw this museum at their temporary spot at the theater. Learned a lot about WWI. It was very interesting to see the uniform and other artifacts from that era. They emphasized local people . It was a nice afternoon there.

I have been in Springfield for five years. This summer my friend Dee took me on a guided tour. I learned that this area has such a rich history.

Springfield's History Museum offers ongoing displays and special exhibits in a couple of historic buildings on old route 66. Indeed, a recent exhibit about Route 66 in Springfield made the Mother Road come back to life through their vivid, detailed displays. Definitely worth a visit.

If you like history and if you like Springfield, you'll love this museum. Still in the process of construction, there is lots to see. Historical items and video, antique items of clothing and many photos of Springfield's past. I really enjoyed it and would highly...More

The history museum on the square is a hidden gem in Springfield. The exhibitions are topical and relevant. Recommend that you add this to your "must see" list in Springfield.

I love being able to see the old fox theatre and what Springfield looked like before the square. The paintings are very beautiful as well as all the neat old gadgets and equipment as well.