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Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument
National Monument — IL
In August 1908, a large White mob attacked the Black community in Springfield, Illinois. Rioters destroyed homes and businesses and lynched two men. The event led to the founding of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP). Today, archeological evidence gives a rare glimpse into a community devastated by the race riots of the early 20th century.
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- Meetup at the MuralFri Aug 28 2026Meet rangers inside the HSHS St. John’s Hospital Women and Children’s Clinic. Use this address in your GPS: 400 North Ninth Street, Springfield, Illinois 62701.