Sangamon County Courthouse Springfield, Illinois, USA

Now a state historic site, the Old State Capitol has hosted several important political events, including Lincoln's "House Divided" speech, Lincoln's laying-in-state following his assassination, and Obama's announcement of his candidacy for president.

Quick Facts on Sangamon County Courthouse
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National Register of Historic Places Data
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NRHP ID
66000331
NRHP Name
Old State Capitol
Other Names
Sangamon County Courthouse
Address
Bounded by 5th, 6th, Adams, and Washington Sts.
City
Springfield
County
Sangamon
State
Illinois
Category
building
Significance
national
Significant Years
1839; 1865
Significance Areas
POLITICS/GOVERNMENT
Date Listed
October 15, 1966
Date Listed on NHL
19610704