Upcoming Events

See wondrous works by local artists displayed at Lincoln Library!  Art exhibits change every two weeks throughout Summer, and can be found on the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd floor of Lincoln Library.    ...

Paint your own beautiful birdhouse for our feathered friends. Supplies are limited and registration is required.  ...

Come in from the summer heat and watch a movie in our air-conditioned theater. We’ll bring the popcorn! ...

Join us on the lawn of Lincoln’s Home Site (located directly across from Lincoln Library on Capitol Avenue) for sun-soaked stories, songs and movement! This storytime has something for everyone! DROP INS WELCOME! Note: In the case of inclement weathe...

Paint in the park with local Springfield artist, Jeff C. Williams, from Dim Art House. This is a chance to experience a paintbrush in your hand while surrounded in the beautiful nature that is Lincoln Park. Whether you are a novice or experienced pai...

Let’s get outside for our Walk & Talk Book Club! Join us to talk about your favorite books, what you’ve been reading recently, and to discover new books while we walk in Springfield’s most beautiful parks! We’ll be meeting at the pavilion by t...

Hey, kids, escape the heat! Come on in for our weekly Monday Movie Matinee! We'll bring the popcorn!  ...

Join City Historian Curtis Mann for a guided tour of Capitol Avenue from Lincoln Library to the Illinois State Capitol and back.  Mann will discuss the history of the avenue, its many buildings, past and present and the story of the State Capito...

Be mesmerized by your customized galaxy sensory jar! Supplies are limited and registration is required. Younger children may need caregiver assistance to complete the activity.  ...

Join us on the lawn of Lincoln’s Home Site (located directly across from Lincoln Library on Capitol Avenue) for sun-soaked stories, songs and movement! This storytime has something for everyone! DROP INS WELCOME! Note: In the case of inclement weathe...

Hey, kids, escape the heat! Come on in for our weekly Monday Movie Matinee! We'll bring the popcorn!  ...

Make these classic summer camp crafts, friendship bracelets and lanyards. We have colorful strings to make them for your friends (or yourself)! ...

Let’s get outside for our Walk & Talk Book Club! Join us to talk about your favorite books, what you’ve been reading recently, and to discover new books while we walk in Springfield’s most beautiful parks! We’ll be meeting at the IDOT parking ...

Join City Historian Curtis Mann for a guided walk through the southeast section of the cemetery.  Mann will discuss the history of the cemetery, interesting monuments and many of the families buried in this portion of the cemetery. Note: This is...

Stop by and learn how to make homemade ice cream, afterwards enjoy the deliciousness with an array of ice cream toppings, YUM! ...

Join us on the lawn of Lincoln’s Home Site (located directly across from Lincoln Library on Capitol Avenue) for sun-soaked stories, songs and movement! This storytime has something for everyone! DROP INS WELCOME! Note: In the case of inclement weathe...

Hey, kids, escape the heat! Come on in for our weekly Monday Movie Matinee! We'll bring the popcorn!  ...

What can you make with the Library’s LEGOs and an hour? Come show off your stuff! Duplos will also be available for younger children. ...

It’s the end of summer reading! We’ll be drawing all the raffle prizes. Come celebrate and maybe win something! ...

Join us on the lawn of Lincoln’s Home Site (located directly across from Lincoln Library on Capitol Avenue) for sun-soaked stories, songs and movement! This storytime has something for everyone! DROP INS WELCOME! Note: In the case of inclement weathe...

Come celebrate the end of Summer Reading with us! This party will be happening outdoors, on the south side of the building (the Capitol Avenue side, facing Lincoln's home). The Bubble Bus will be here with music and bubbles! We'll also have chalk ...