Land of Lincoln

Central Illinois is steeped in history, culture, and agricultural heritage. The fertile soils of the glaciated, gently rolling landscape have sustained generations of farming communities, while the Sangamon and Illinois rivers have long supported settlement, trade, and recreation. Springfield, the state capital, serves as both a political and cultural center, anchored by historic Abraham Lincoln landmarks. Beyond the main streets, scenic drives wind through prairie, woodland, and farmland, providing a window into the heart of Illinois and America’s heartland.