Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument IL
Lat, Long: 39.8027, -89.6422
Designation: National Monument
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.
Weather:
Summers in Illinois are hot and humid. Winters can be cold and windy.
Directions:
Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument is a new national park located in central Springfield, Illinois. No facilities or services are available. The park is currently surrounded by a construction project and visiting is not advised.
For more details ›Address/Contact:
400 N. 9th Street
Springfield, US, 62702
Phone: (573) 880-3120
Email: quinn_gilly@nps.gov
Entrance Fees:
Entry is free
