ILLINOIS AMERICA 250 PASSPORT

The Illinois America 250 Commission has launched the Passport to Illinois, a new program marking the upcoming 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. Residents and visitors can pick up this commemorative passport for free at public libraries, highway visitor centers, and other designated sites across the state. The booklet showcases Illinois’ historic places, influential figures, and events that helped shape the nation, with each page featuring iconic state symbols like the cardinal and the monarch butterfly. The initiative encourages exploration and engagement with Illinois’ unique contributions to American history. Passports are available while supplies last.