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Revolutionary Illinois: Beyond the 13 Colonies

Soldiers in uniform stand in formation as an officer accepts surrender from another officer at a fort.

Thu, 06/18 from 7:00-8:00 pm

Think the 13 colonies did all the heavy lifting? Uncover the revolutionary roots of Illinois! Discover our dramatic journey to statehood and learn how the Prairie State shaped the nation—changing governments seven times in just over a century—and spurring national changes for another century to come.