Illinois Department of Natural Resources Press Releases

• Published on February 10, 2022 - 14:05 GMT

  Historical marker commemorating Obama’s presidential campaign announcements in Springfield to be placed on Old State Capitol lawn

  Historical marker commemorating Obama’s presidential campaign announcements in Springfield to be placed on Old State Capitol lawn Feb. 10 marks 15 years since 44th president’s historic 2007 announcement SPRINGFIELD – A historical marker will be erected …

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• Published on February 8, 2022 - 21:13 GMT

  88th American Legion pilgrimage to Lincoln’s Tomb set for Feb. 11-12 in Springfield - 2/8/2022

  88th American Legion pilgrimage to Lincoln’s Tomb set for Feb. 11-12 in Springfield SPRINGFIELD – The 88th annual National American Legion Pilgrimage to the Tomb of Abraham Lincoln will take place Friday and Saturday, Feb. 11-12, in Springfield. …

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• Published on February 8, 2022 - 21:13 GMT

  Illinois State Museum Offers a Peek into June’s Room - 2/8/2022

  SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — The Illinois State Museum (ISM) announces the opening of a new installation, "June's Room," in its permanent At Home in the Heartland exhibition at its headquarters in Springfield. "June's Room" presents a re …

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• Published on February 7, 2022 - 22:59 GMT

  Governor Pritzker announces $75 million in federal funding for abandoned mine cleanup - 2/7/2022

  Governor Pritzker announces $75 million in federal funding for abandoned mine cleanup SPRINGFIELD – Illinois will receive more than $75 million in funding from the U.S. Department of Interior this year to boost efforts to clean up abandoned coal mines …

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• Published on February 7, 2022 - 21:54 GMT

  Governor Pritzker announces $75 million in federal funding for abandoned mine cleanup

  Governor Pritzker announces $75 million in federal funding for abandoned mine cleanup SPRINGFIELD – Illinois will receive more than $75 million in funding from the U.S. Department of Interior this year to boost efforts to clean up abandoned coal mines …

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• Published on February 3, 2022 - 17:35 GMT

  15 Illinois sites added to National Register of Historic Places in 2021

  SPRINGFIELD – Thanks to the efforts of historic preservation advocates in Illinois, 15 sites in the state were added to the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) during 2021, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources announced today. The NRHP- …

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• Published on January 31, 2022 - 21:31 GMT

  Vandalia Statehouse to celebrate Lincoln’s birthday on Feb. 12 - 1/31/2022

  Vandalia Statehouse to celebrate Lincoln’s birthday on Feb. 12 VANDALIA – The Vandalia Statehouse State Historic Site will celebrate Abraham Lincoln’s birthday with a special event on Saturday, Feb. 12. Pam Brown, who will portray Mary Lincoln, will …

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• Published on January 28, 2022 - 22:12 GMT

  Fall archery turkey harvest totals 683

  Hunters in Illinois harvested a statewide total of 683 wild turkeys during the 2021-2022 fall archery turkey season. The total compares with a statewide turkey harvest of 783 in 2020-2021 and a five-year average of 688 birds harvested. This season 24,768 …

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• Published on January 28, 2022 - 22:12 GMT

  Apply now for World Shooting and Recreational Complex YouthWingshooting Clinic and Illinois Youth Pheasant Hunt

  Apply now for World Shooting and Recreational Complex YouthWingshooting Clinic and Illinois Youth Pheasant Hunt Young hunters between the ages of 10 and 17 can apply now for the Youth Wingshooting Clinic and Illinois Youth Pheasant Hunt scheduled for …

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• Published on January 27, 2022 - 23:53 GMT

  State historic sites & Springfield Ald. Shawn Gregory to provide Black History Month ‘Walk, Hike and Bike History’ tours

  State historic sites & Springfield Ald. Shawn Gregory to provide Black History Month ‘Walk, Hike and Bike History’ tours SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) and Springfield Ald. Shawn Gregory will present a series of free …

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• Published on January 25, 2022 - 15:39 GMT

  Youth habitat enhancement projects receive runding through Illinois Schoolyard Habitat Grant Program

  Youth habitat enhancement projects receive runding through Illinois Schoolyard Habitat Grant Program SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) and the Illinois Conservation Foundation (ICF) today announced that 20 Illinois …

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• Published on January 18, 2022 - 16:20 GMT

  Snowmobilers urged to be safe on the trails this season

  International Snowmobile Safety Week is Jan. 15-23 The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) reminds snowmobile operators and riders to focus on safety this winter when snowfall allows for snowmobile riding. International Snowmobile Safety Week …

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• Published on January 14, 2022 - 20:29 GMT

  Enjoy winter’s natural beauty with two upcoming programs at Giant City State Park - 1/14/2022

  Enjoy winter’s natural beauty with two upcoming programs at Giant City State Park Giant City State Park is hosting two upcoming events that encourage people to get outdoors and enjoy the natural beauty of the winter landscape. On Saturday, Jan. 29, …

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• Published on January 12, 2022 - 20:10 GMT

  Apply now for Pere Marquette youth wingshooting clinic, pheasant hunt - 1/11/2022

  GRAFTON – Young hunters between the ages of 10 and 17 can apply now for the Pere Marquette Youth Wingshooting Clinic and Pheasant Hunt scheduled for Saturday, March 5 at Pere Marquette State Park in Jersey County. The Pere Marquette youth clinic and hunt …

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• Published on January 10, 2022 - 21:36 GMT

  Village of Libertyville receives official federal and state designation for heritage preservation work

  Village of Libertyville receives official federal and state designation for heritage preservation work SPRINGFIELD – The Village of Libertyville has joined an official list of Illinois communities that place a high priority on historic preservation. …

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• Published on January 6, 2022 - 15:43 GMT

  Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site Interpretive Center to temporarily close for 5 million capital improvement projects

  Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site Interpretive Center to temporarily close for 5 million capital improvement projects COLLINSVILLE – The Interpretive Center at Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site will be closed to the public beginning March 1 to facilitate …

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• Published on January 4, 2022 - 19:25 GMT

  Illinois State Museum plans Growing Up X exhibition

  SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — The Illinois State Museum announces plans to give Generation X its moment in the sun with the debut of a new exhibition, Growing Up X, scheduled to open in October 2022 at its Springfield facility.  Between Boomers and Millennials lies …

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• Published on January 3, 2022 - 22:59 GMT

  Illinois State Museum launches Route 66 collecting initiative

  SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — The Illinois State Museum (ISM) announces its Route 66 collecting initiative focused on expanding the Museum’s holdings of related historic objects in preparation for an exhibition opening in 2026 celebrating the 100th anniversary of …

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• Published on December 21, 2021 - 19:20 GMT

  Three cited for poaching violations in southern Illinois

  SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Three southern Illinois residents face criminal charges and penalties for poaching deer, bobcat and turkey on private land and other violations following an investigation by the Illinois Conservation Police. Cited were Justin Bauersachs …

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• Published on December 10, 2021 - 21:13 GMT

  IDNR announces grants supporting Natural Areas Stewardship

  SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) today announced eight grants totaling $456,000 to land trusts in Illinois to support stewardship on land protected by Illinois Nature Preserves Commission (INPC) programs. The grants …

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