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WWII Illinois Veterans Memorial
The memorial honors the 90,000 Illinois men and women who served in World War II. A 22-ton white concrete globe symbolizes the conflict that involved more than 200 nations.
CITY: Springfield
WWI Victory Memorial
This monument to Vermilion County's World War I veterans was sculpted by Lorado Taft. Its base displays the names of 51 area men who died in the war, and statues representing Red Cross nurses and each branch of the Armed Services guard the base.
CITY: Danville
World's Largest Covered Wagon
The Railsplitter Covered Wagon, recognized by the Guinness Book of World Records as the largest covered wagon in the world, is located on the front lawn of the Best Western Lincoln Inn, near historic Route 66. A statue of Abe Lincoln reading a law book sits in the huge wooden wagon, which stands 24 feet tall.
CITY: Lincoln
World's Largest Catsup Bottle
This 170-foot-tall bottle that resembles a Brook's Catsup Bottle served as a water tower for the catsup manufacturer after being constructed in 1949. A popular roadside attraction, it makes for a great photo op.
CITY: Collinsville
Windsong Acres
Step back in history as you tour one of Illinois' most beautiful and unique show barns, the 1912 Show Barn, or visit the artistic home studio of commercial artist Shelly Rasche. Take a pottery class, kick up your heels at a genuine barn dance, or take in a breathtaking prairie sunset.
CITY: Camp Point
Willis Allen House
Civil War hero John A. Logan studied law at this home under Senator Willis Allen. Come visit the oldest house in Williamson County.
CITY: Marion
Williamson County Historical Museum
Located in an historic brick building in Marion, the museum features artifacts, antiques, and records of a bygone era. 17 rooms contain exhibits, including an old-fashioned school room. Tours may be arranged through the Marion Chamber of Commerce.
CITY: Marion
William L. Gregg Museum
DuPage County, Chicago's Western Suburbs - Victorian, red-bricked house displays collections typical of the 1920s through 1940s in authentic lifestyle settings. Open Wednesday and Sunday. Admission free.
CITY: Westmont
West Walnut Street Historic District
Registered as a National Historic District in May 1975. 54 historic residences are located here. Some homes date to early 1850's, most are early 20th-Century. Homes are private residences and are not open to the public.
CITY: Carbondale
Weber House and Garden
Long associated with the rich and famous, Weber House sits in an English garden of meandering paths, hollyhocks and old oaks. Inside cozy candlelit rooms reflect the 18th century.
CITY: Streator
Watson Adventure Scavenger Hunts
Explore museums, historic neighborhoods and more while hunting for answers to tricky, humorous questions. Monthly hunts are offered for the public and private groups.
CITY: Chicago
Warrenville Historical Society
DuPage County, Chicago's Western Suburbs - The Warrenville Museum is located in an 1858 Greek Revival Methodist Church that was later used as an art studio by Adam Albright and his sons, Ivan and Malvin. Exhibits include art, featuring works by the Albrights, and local history.
CITY: Warrenville
Wall Dogs Mural
Eleven different, beautifully painted murals. Main Street Lincoln was instrumental in bringing these murals to our community.
CITY: Lincoln
Vin Fiz Landing
The historic flight of the Vin Fiz was the first air crossing over the United States. A marker located at the Dunlap House indicates the spot where the small airplane landed in Middletown on October 9,1911.
CITY: Middletown
Village of Elsah
Travel back in time with us to the Village of Elsah. The entire village of Elsah is on the National Registry of Historic Places. This village, with a population of around one hundred people, is often referred to as the "village where time stood still." Visitors to Elsah can escape back to the Americana of the early 1800s with quiet streets and 19th century stone homes. This "picture perfect" village nestled in the valley is a perfect place for photographers – amateur and professional – anxious to capture a glimpse of the past.
CITY: Elsah
Village of Albany Historic Indian Mounds
View these historic Indian mounds located in Albany.
CITY: Albany
Victory Gardens Biograph Theater
Located in the famed Biograph Theater, one of Chicago's most celebrated historic landmarks, Victory Gardens Theater was the recipient of the 2001 Tony Award for Outstanding Regional Theatre. Victory Gardens is dedicated to presenting the work of great contemporary playwrights.
CITY: Chicago
Veterans Memorial
This nine-ton cannon, used in WW II, the Korean War and the Vietnam War, stands alongside Veterans Parkway in honor of the men and women who have served in the Armed Forces.
CITY: Watseka
Veteran's Memorial
This replica of the Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Wall in Washington is 80% the size of the original. The wall features the names of soldiers who were killed or missing in action between 1955-1975, the time period of the Vietnam War.
CITY: Marion
Valley View Model Railroad
Experience the glory days of mainline railroading as you watch model trains in operation on a detailed scenic railroad.
CITY: Union
Vachel Lindsay Home
The 1879 birthplace of the native Springfield poet/artist, this house remained Lindsay's only home until his death there in 1931.
CITY: Springfield
Ulysses S. Grant Home State Historic Site
This Italianate home was presented to U.S. Grant in 1865 and opened to the public in 1904. Furnishings original.
CITY: Galena
Tutty Baker Monument
This monument honors William "Tutty" Baker, the founder of Freeport. Tutty came to this area, which was home to the Winnebago Indians, in 1835 and built a trading post along the banks of the Pecatonica River, offering travelers free ferry rides.
CITY: Freeport
Trolley Car #36
Take a 45-minute trolley ride along the Rock River, into Rockford's industrial roots and through Sinnissippi Gardens, where you'll visit the greenhouse, lagoon and beautiful planted gardens.
CITY: Rockford
Tribune Tower
Home of the Chicago Tribune newspaper offices, this Gothic-Revival landmark features flying buttresses and gargoyles This is a result of New York architects John Mead Howells and Raymond M. Hood's design that was chosen as a winner out of 263 entries from twenty-three countries during an international architectural competition to immodestly "erect the most beautiful building in the world" in 1922.
CITY: Chicago
Tri-State Trolley
Galena's only ADA-compliant and climate-controlled trolley service! Daily narrated tours, May-October. Unique group tours, wedding transportation offered year-round.
CITY: Galena
Tour Black Chicago
This city tour travels in luxury coaches and highlights African-American social, cultural and historical events.
CITY: Chicago
Thomas Rees Memorial Carillon
Surrounded by gardens and a reflection pool, this magnificent bell tower in Washington Park is the third largest in the world, and one of the few that is actually open to the public.
CITY: Springfield
There Goes the Neighbor Hood - Tour of Gangster History
John Binder, mob historian and author of The Chicago Outfit, conducts the popular "There Goes the Neighbor Hood" tour of gangster history in Oak Park and River Forest. The exterior tour visits 15 houses in these two suburbs which were previously owned by major hoodlums, including Tony Accardo, Paul Ricca, Sam Giancana, "Tough Tony" Capezio and "Machine Gun Jack" McGurn. John will discuss the criminal careers of the former owners, the interesting features of each home, the family's time there, and answer questions from the audience. The tour lasts approximately two hours and travel is by minibus (seats 33 people) with no walking required. The tour departs from (and returns to) the Oak Park Visitor Center. *Custom tours of Chicago and suburban gangster sites to fit any schedule are available. Contact John at email@example.com to plan a custom group tour.
CITY: Oak Park
The Varsity Center for the Arts
What started as a single-screen movie house in 1940 has become a power house for live music and community theater. This gorgeous theater is one of the greatest components to Carbondale's thriving art & culture scene, as it serves as home to the Jackson County Stage Company, which presents several plays during the year, and hosts the weekly Friday Night Film series. The Varsity serves as a venue for live entertainment during the Carbondale Rocks Revival, an annual city-wide music festival in addition to accommodating local and regional musicians during the year to bring the city exceptional entertainment.
CITY: Carbondale
The Ragdale Foundation
Guided tours (by reservation only) of Ragdale, a nationally renowned artists' community built by noted architect Howard Van Doren Shaw, include a walk through the historic house and gardens as well as a studio visit with an artist-in-residence.
CITY: Lake Forest
The Ragdale Foundation
Art, architecture, and garden tours of Howard Van Doren Shaw's summer retreat. The house and gardens, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places among examples of the Arts and Crafts movement in the country. It house 12 artists at a time.
CITY: Lake Forest
The Lehmann Mansion
Historical landmark situated on 60 magnificent acres in the Village of Lake Villa. Beautifully restored and renovated for weddings, banquets and private parties. Three-season tent accommodates up to 350 guests.
CITY: Lake Villa
The Holy Dormition of the Theotokos Catholicon of the Patriarchal Russian Orthodox Catholic Church
Established in 1907 by a group of Russian immigrants who lived and labored in Beneld, the group built homes and raised their families while adding their customs to the area's ever-mixing cultures.
CITY: Beneld
The Grove National Historic Landmark
The prairie grove, covering 123 acres of ecologically diverse prairie land, is preserved and maintained as former home of the visionary horticulturist and educator Dr. John Kennicott, who brought his family from New Orleans to settle on his land in 1836. The Grove, located in Glenview, is a National Historic Landmark and is on the National Registry of Historic Places. It offers many opportunities for educational, environmental and historical enjoyment including two historic homes, the Kennicott House and the Redfield Estate; the Grove Interpretive Center, a Native American Village, a Log Cabin, a Schoolhouse, a Wetlands Greenhouse and numerous interpretive trails.
CITY: Glenview
The Gramercy Park Foundation
Within historic Gramercy Park lies 26 ancient Hopewell Indian Mounds, an archaeological treasure. It affords a superlative view of the Mississippi.
CITY: East Dubuque
The Gaylord Building
A landmark in Lockport and along the I&M Canal since 1838, The Gaylord Building connects visitors to America's forgotten Canal Era. Come tour the site and enjoy fine dining in the Public Landing Restaurant. Then stroll or bike ride along the scenic canal trail or explore Lockport's National Register Historic District. Monday - Saturday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM and Sunday 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Special group tours by appointment. The Gaylord Building is a historic site of the National Trust for Historic Preservation (www.preservationnation.org). The Gaylord Building played a vital role in one of the great enterprises of the 19th century: the Illinois & Michigan Canal. In this handsome limestone warehouse visitors will discover exhibitions illustrating the unique heritage of the site and the Canal Corridor. A landmark in Lockport and along the I&M Canal since 1838, The Gaylord Building connects visitors to America's forgotten Canal Era. Come tour the site and enjoy fine dining in the Public Landing Restaurant. Then stroll or bike ride along the scenic canal trail or explore Lockport's National Register Historic District. Special group tours by appointment. The Gaylord building is a historic site of the National Trust for Historic Preservation (www.preservationnation.org). Monday - Saturday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM and Sunday 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM.
CITY: Lockport
The Farmers Monument
This impressive black granite piece located on the grounds of Vandalia's Tourist Information Center is a tribute to prairie farmers.
CITY: Vandalia
The Barn at Allen Acres Wedding and Reception Venue
The Barn at Allen Acres Wedding and Reception Venue sits on 3 and 1/2 acres just on the edge of town in Rock Falls IL. The property is surrounded by a cornfield and offers a serene tranquil destination for your wedding and reception. The property is less than a 5 minute drive to restaurants and hotels. The Dairy Barn was built in the 1920's and restored in 2011. It boasts a beautiful 26 foot vaulted ceiling in the upstairs haymow with some of its original architecture still intact. During the process of the restoration, reclaimed barn wood and reclaimed hardware were used whenever possible, maintaining the rustic feel of the Barn. We've added a 5 foot wide set of stairs leading to the upstairs space and a small deck with stairs, off of the back of the Barn, giving the bride a dramatic entrance down the aisle and to the alter. The upstairs haymow has a capacity of 150 people for a wedding ceremony. The downstairs area, where the dairy cows were kept, in the early years of the barn, also has a capacity for 150 people.
CITY: Rock Falls
The Annex Coffee & Deli
The Annex Building, built in 1912, is at the very heart of Herrin, Illinois' thriving downtown on Park Avenue. The former Annex Movie Theater was converted into a bakery café and opened on Halloween 2011. The Annex Coffee & Deli is committed to delivering the best coffee house & bakery café experience in a clean and stylish environment which recalls the glory days of the historic building in which it is housed.
CITY: Herrin
Teutopolis Monastery Museum
See displays of early life in this German Catholic community, founded in 1838. The first Franciscans arrived in October 1858, and the three priests and six brothers quickly set about building a parish and friary.
CITY: Teutopolis
Taylorville Chautauqua Auditorium
This auditorium opened on August 23, 1914, and is now listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
CITY: Taylorville
Superman Statue
Visit Superman Square in Metropolis to have your picture taken with the 15-foot-tall statue of the Man of Steel. A statue of Lois Lane is located nearby. Across the street is the Super Museum, showcasing rare Superman memorabilia and selling superhero souvenirs.
CITY: Metropolis
Stone Coal Log Cabin Village
Original log buildings in this educational village are from Illinois' early prairie years.
CITY: Pana
Stier Trolley Express
Climb aboard the Trolley, sit back and relax as we bring the history of historic Petersburg Illinois and the surrounding area to you. We will take you past several points of interest along your journey back in history. Petersburg is rich in Victorian Homes, most of which were built in the 1860's and 1870's. During your journey into history, you will be entertained by points of interest along the way. We will stop for a short while in downtown Petersburg. At this time, you may choose to disembark and enjoy the downtown area on foot. There are a variety of shops and eateries to wander through. Don't worry, the trolley will return to pick you up. Your ticket includes a round trip back to Lincoln's New Salem State Historic Site. The Trolley runs on an hourly schedule. Consult with your conductor as to the return pick up times as well as the time of the last trolley of the day. Charter Available.
CITY: Petersburg
Stevenson Graves/Evergreen Cemetery
The graves of Adlai Stevenson I and Adlai Stevenson II are buried here, as are Letita Green Stevenson and her sister, Julia Green Scott.
CITY: Bloomington
Steve's Segway Tours
Explore Chicago's lakefront, museums and Millennium Park on a three-hour Segway tour led by guides all year round.
CITY: Chicago
Stephenson County Historical Society Museum
The museum complex consists of five buildings; The Italianate home built by Oscar and Malvina Taylor in 1857. The Taylor home was the social center of Freeport in its time and is currently listed on the National Register of Historic Places; The One-Room Schoolhouse from the 1920s; The Industrial Museum featuring products manufactured in Freeport by such companies Henney Motor Company, Stover, W. T. Rawleight and Burgess Battery; The Arcade Toy Museum featuring cast iron toys made in Freeport by Arcade Manufacturing, and stamped-metal toys also made in Freeport by Structo; an authentic Log Cabin which was originally an Irish immigrant homestead. The three plus acres of the museum campus also features an arboretum and butterfly garden. Open: Wednesday thru Sunday: Noon - 4 pm; or by appointment. Adults: $8.00; Children 6 and above: $4.00.
CITY: Freeport
State Farm Insurance Tour
State Farm is Bloomington-Normal's largest employer and the nation's largest insurance company. Tours are offered at the Corporate Building on State Farm Plaza and the historic Fire Building.
CITY: Bloomington
Sri Venkateswara Swami Temple of Greater Chicago
This temple is one of only three Sri Venkateswara Hindu temples in the United States, constructed by Native American artisans.
CITY: Aurora
Spring Valley Nature Center/ Volkening Heritage Farm
135 acres, natural history museum, handicapped-accessible trails, 1880's living history farm and pioneer cooking demos. Cost for some programs.
CITY: Schaumburg
Spoon River Valley Scenic Drive
The Spoon River Valley Scenic Drive Associates invite you to come to Fulton County, Illinois and enjoy the natural wonders of the Spoon River Valley. Spoon River has carved a wide scenic valley through Fulton County as it flows from London Mills to the south and east where it joins the Illinois River near the southeastern corner of the county. The Spoon River became nationally known from the work of Edgar Lee Masters, author of the noted Spoon River Anthology. Come on out the first two full weekends in October. There are over one hundred miles of scenic routes on the Spoon River Valley Scenic Drive to be enjoyed on this driving tour with beautiful fall colors. There will be food, arts, crafts, entertainment and flea market. Visit 17 villages and historic sites!
CITY: Canton
Spirits of Bloomington Historic Ghost Tours
The Spirits of Bloomington Historic Ghost Tours feature guides dressed as President Abraham Lincoln and Mary Todd Lincoln who reveal fascinating tales, myths and paranormal accounts of McLean County.
CITY: Bloomington
Southwestern Farm & Home Museum
This living memorial offers an insight into rural and farming life, with exhibits that include antique farm implements and a number of household items.
CITY: Shipman
Soldiers Memorials
The Civil War Soldiers Monument, on the southwest corner of the Stephenson County Courthouse, is inscribed with the names of those soldiers from Stephenson County who lost their lives in the Civil War. On the southeast corner is the Stephenson County Vietnam Era Veterans Memorial, which is a bronze statue of a full-sized M-16 with a bayonet stuck in the ground and a helmet on top.
CITY: Freeport
Sigma Alpha Epsilon Fraternity & Foundation
This 80-year-old Indiana limestone building was constructed as a memorial to the members of Sigma Alpha Epsilon who fought and died in our nation's wars, and contains some of the last stained-glass works of Louis C. Tiffany.
CITY: Evanston
Shryock Auditorium -- Southern Illinois University
SIUC's 1200-seat theater is located in the historic "old campus" and hosts every genre of performing arts. Constructed in 1918 and renovated in 1972, this magnificent facility is home to the Marianne Webb Pipe Organ, a 59-rank Reuter Pipe Organ.
CITY: Carbondale
Shiloh Prairie Restoration
View 40 acres of restored prairie grass and a Native American grass lodge.
CITY: Hume
Shiloh House
The residence of the founder of the City of Zion, Dr. John Alexander Dowie, is a stately 23-room mansion that was built in 1901-02 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
CITY: Zion
Shelby County Historical and Genealogical Society
Historical items are displayed throughout this former jail and previous sheriff's residence. Tour the basement where the old jails cells are located, or trace your family tree.
CITY: Shelbyville
Settler's Cottage
Tour the oldest remaining structure in the village. The home was originally owned by Montgomery's founder, Daniel Gray. A museum offers an educational history of the Village of Montgomery. Open 2nd Tuesday and 3rd Sunday of each month, 12:30-2:30 p.m. May-October.
CITY: Montgomery
Segway Experience of Chicago
Chicago's only Segway-authorized touring company has locations at Navy Pier and Michigan Avenue, plus certified tour docents who will ensure a memorable, safe experience.
CITY: Chicago
Sears House
This turn-of-the-century Victorian house was ordered through the Sears Roebuck catalog and assembled for only several hundred dollars.
CITY: Marissa
Scottish Rite Cathedral
Scottish Rite Cathedral is on the former site of the Stillman Wheelock mansion, this Gothic Revival style cathedral was built in 1930.
CITY: Moline
Schingoethe Center For Native American Cultures
Located on the scenic campus of Aurora University, the center features a rotating collection of historic and contemporary Native American arts and crafts, along with artifacts from indigenous peoples stretching from the Woodlands to the Pacific Nothwest.
CITY: Aurora
Samuel Park's Office
A friend of Abraham Lincoln, Samuel Parks shared a law office with the future president and served on the Eighth Judicial Circuit with him.
CITY: Lincoln
Rosamond Grove Cemetery
Located on a high mound overlooking the prairie, this cemetery is home of the famous Lincoln the Orator statue by artist J. Mulligan and the Lincoln-commissioned cannon called Mary Lincoln.
CITY: Pana
Rock Island Arsenal Museum
The nation's second-oldest US Army museum features exhibits that highlight the history of the island, items manufactured there, and a display of firearms portraying the history of small arms development.
CITY: Rock Island
Robert Wadlow Statue
In 1918, Alton became the famous birthplace of Robert Wadlow, "The Gentle Giant." Born a normal eight pounds in 1918, Wadlow suffered from a pituitary gland problem. He was almost nine feet tall and 500 pounds when he died of complications from a foot infection at age 22. He is noted in the Guinness Book of World Records as the tallest man alive. A life-sized statue on College Avenue lifts visitors' heads in amazement. The Alton Museum of History and Art have devoted an entire room to Wadlow, including his third-grade desk and oversized grade school ring.
CITY: Alton
Riverlore Mansion
This beautiful, historic 1865 mansion was once owned by the Halliday Family, and is now owned by the City of Cairo and open for tours.
CITY: Cairo
Riverfront Visitors Center
The historic Riverfront Visitors Center (RVC) is a one-stop-shop for all of your Peoria area information needs. You'll find Peoria area maps, guides, brochures, merchandise and more! The building is on the National Register of Historic Places and is extremely important to the history of the area and to the community! Open 6 days a week, until May 29th. Summer hours open 7 days a week. Now offering snacks, soda, water, gifts and select local event tickets.
CITY: Peoria
Ridgeland Historic District Tour
This self-guided audio tour takes you through one of the "Prettiest Painted Places in America," the Ridgeland Historic District, to view great architecture and hear stories of famous Oak Lawn natives.
CITY: Oak Lawn
Red Covered Bridge
This covered bridge is located 1 1/2 miles north of Princeton on Rt. 26. One of five remaining covered bridges in Illinois, this bridge was built in 1863 and is still open to traffic. It crosses Big Bureau Creek and was once part of the Peoria-Galena Trail. This beautiful landmark is a delight for artists, photograpers and nature lovers. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The 149 foot span was built at a cost of $3,148.57.
CITY: Princeton
Pullman Factory
The site preserves surviving portions of the industrial complex developed in the early 1880s by George M. Pullman to build luxury railroad passenger cars. The plant was the centerpiece of a company-owned town planned under Pullman's direction.
CITY: Chicago
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Prairie Dreams-The Story of Clayville the Its People
The play is set and performed at the 1824 Clayville Stagecoach Stop. Featuring stories of the people who built and traveled through Clayville, including Peter Cartwright and Abraham Lincoln.
CITY: Pleasant Plains
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Prairie Dreams-The Story of Clayville and Its People
This play is set and performed at the 1824 Clayville Stagecoach Stop. Featuring stories of the people who built and traveled through Clayville, includiing Peter Cartwright and Abraham Lincoln.
CITY: Pleasant Plains
Postville Courthouse State Historic Site
Reproduction of the first Logan County courthouse used from 1840-1847, which was one of the places where Abraham Lincoln practiced law. It features a period courtroom, offices and exhibits. It was the original seat of County Government in Logan County.
CITY: Lincoln
Pleasant Home - Oak Park
Explore the opulent 30-room mansion designed by prominent Prairie School architect Geroge H. Maher
CITY: Oak Park
Pleasant Home
Pleasant Home, also known as the John Farson House, is a landmark Prairie Style house museum located in the heart of Oak Park! It is a national architectural treasure, designed in 1897 by prominent Prairie Style architect George W. Maher for investment banker and philanthropist John W. Farson. The home is one of the earliest and most distinguished examples of Prairie School architecture and is the finest surviving example of Maher's work.
CITY: Oak Park
Phoenix Opera House
This restored 1882 opera house, now listed on the National Register of Historic Places, is home to Pandora's Playhouse community theater.
CITY: Rushville
Pettengill - Morron House Museum
An 1868 Victorian mansion in the historic Moss-High District. The museum houses decorative arts, fine textiles, antique furniture and silver collections.
CITY: Peoria
Peoria Marriott Pere Marquette
At Peoria Marriott Pere' Marquette, it's our mission to make every business trip a pleasure and every vacation the trip of a lifetime. Enjoy amenity-filled guest rooms complete with custom bedding, spacious workspaces and high-speed Internet. Experience our superb on-site dining, exemplary meeting facilities and our time-honored 'spirit to serve®'. Close to the best Peoria attractions, our location puts you minutes from it all. Newly renovated and completely redesigned, our historic hotel is a landmark boasting unique elements preserved from the original 1927 Hotel Pere Marquette. Peoria Marriott Pere' Marquette is truly a choice destination among Peoria, IL hotels.
CITY: Peoria
Peoria Asylum
Formerly known as the Illinois Asylum for the Incurable Insane. Come take a tour and hear stories of the history of the hospital, employees and the inmates. See how this nationally recognized historic
CITY: Bartonville
Patton Cabin
The Patton Cabin was built in June 1829 by John Patton, one of the area's first settlers. The cabin was constructed with the help of Native Americans who lived in the area.
CITY: Lexington
Owen Lovejoy Homestead
The Owen Lovejoy Homestead, built in 1838 was the home of the famous abolitionist minister. Part of the Underground Railroad, rooms are furnished with period furniture and visitors can peer into the hidden area above the stairs where runaway slaves hid. The 1849 Colton One-Room Schoolhouse is behind the house. Located on East Peru Street a half mile from downtown Princeton. Call for dates and times open.
CITY: Princeton
Onarga Township Cemetery
The cemetery is the eternal home of Timothy Webster, a Civil War spy.
CITY: Onarga
Olympic Tribute & Laborer's Memorial
Honoring the extraordinary achievements of Champaign County residents who have participated in the Olympic and Paralympic Games, this granite platform inscribed with the names of the athletes and the Olympic symbol is surrounded by playing fields, gardens and a community college campus. Tribute to Olympic Athletes rises from an ordinary prairie landscape transformed by playing fields, gardens and a community college campus.
CITY: Champaign
Old State Cemetery
Bronze markers give biographical information about prominent citizens from the earliest history of the community. Every fall, volunteers in period dress "resurrect" their ancestors and tell their stories during an annual cemetery walk.
CITY: Vandalia
Old State Capitol State Historic Site
The Old State Capitol is a reconstruction of Illinois' fifth statehouse, the first to be located in Springfield. It is here that Lincoln practiced law, served as a legislator and gave his famed House Divided speech on slavery in 1858. The building served as the seat of state government and a center of Illinois political life from 1839-1876. The current State Capitol Building is the center of state government, where visitors can watch Illinois politics in action when the legislature is in session.
CITY: Springfield
Old River School Historic District
This residential district includes original Freeport and the city's first street, Monterey, and was later known as the "Gold Coast". Points of interest include Freeport's oldest house (built in 1838), the childhood home of famed Hollywood gossip columnist Louella Parsons, a monument honoring Freeport's founder, William "Tutty" Baker, and the Van Buren Bridge, built in 1885 of wrought iron.
CITY: Freeport
Old Main at Knox College
This historical tour of Old Main at the Knox College campus includes stories about the Lincoln-Douglas debate held at Old Main, the sole remaining original site of the famed political debates.
CITY: Galesburg
Old Jail and Old School House
See the local Historical Society's authentic preservation of an 1800s school and town jail. Tours by appointment.
CITY: Manito
Oakland Cemetery
The grave site of Ann Rutledge, Abraham Lincoln's first sweetheart, is located at Oakland Cemetery. Her tombstone bears an inscription written by poet Edgar Lee Masters, who is burried nearby.
CITY: Petersburg
Oak Park Visitors Center
Stop by the Visitors Center for an audio walking tour, maps, books, souvenirs and unique gifts. Tickets are available for Hemingway's Birthplace Home and Museum, Frank Lloyd Wright's Unity Temple, Historic Pleasant Home and the Historical Society of Oak Park & River Forest.
CITY: Oak Park
O'Leary's Chicago Fire Truck Tours
Board a genuine open-air antique fire truck and take a tour that focuses on the Chicago FIre, and stops at two Chicago fire stations. Reservations required.
CITY: Chicago
Norwegian Settlers Memorial
This memorial commemorates the 1834 settlement at Norway, the first permanent Norwegian settlement in the Midwest. The monument was dedicated as part of a 1934 centennial celebration.
CITY: Sheridan


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Thunder Wrestling Coaching Staff
Head CoachDan Callahan Dan Callahan launched the Thunder wrestling program in 2004. During his nine seasons, the Thunder have compiled a 66-66-1 record, including winning the Mid-States Conference title in 2009-2010, as well as being NCAA Midwest regional runner-up in 2009 and 2010. Callahan also has been named as the Mid-State Conference Coach of the Year in 2006-2007 and 2009-2010. Under Callahan, the program has produced a three-time NCAA All-American and 13 Academic All-Americans. Entering the 2013-14 season, his career record, including 19 years as a high school wrestling coach is 332-174-9. Prior to coming to Trine, Callahan coached at the high school level for 23 years, including 19 as a head wrestling coach. Callahan is a graduate of Rochester High School, Rochester, Ind. and Alma College, Alma, Mich. Coach Callahan resides in Fremont with his wife Cindy, a fourth grade teacher, and has two children, Megan and Kyle. |

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The special session of the state Legislature opened Wednesday with more of a whimper than a bang. Floor sessions saw the absence of many lawmakers, who need more than a single day of rest after 90 days of work.
In the Senate, only 14 of 20 senators showed up for what is largely a ceremonial start of the special session, the formal reading of Gov. Sean Parnell's agenda.
Two of the special session's objectives, the revision of the state's oil taxation regime and a bill to build an in-state natural gas pipeline, are still bones of contention in the Legislature. But one of the measures, a strengthened law against human trafficking, has garnered widespread agreement and seems bound to pass quickly.
In fact, Sen. Bill Wielechowski (D-Anchorage) strengthened the bill. Wielechowski said he'd learned of 23 instances in which young Alaska Native girls were trafficked from rural villages -- and that when he checked existing state law, he found that it applied only to the interstate transport of young people for purposes of prostitution.
Wielechowski wanted to change Parnell's bill to include the trafficking of young people within the state, and his amendment to do so passed the Senate unanimously Wednesday. Sen. Lesil McGuire (R-Anchorage), who had been in contact with Parnell, said the governor approved of the amendment.
The amended human trafficking bill now goes back to the House for approval, and is expected to pass the Senate Thursday, clearing the way for it to head on to the governor's desk.
Also in Juneau, Rep. Les Gara said he will fly to New York on Monday for treatment of prostate cancer. Just nine days ago, Rep. Carl Gatto (R-Palmer) passed away after a long battle with cancer, but Rep. Mike Doogan (D-Anchorage) has had successful surgery for a benign brain tumor.
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Top these delightful strawberry cupcakes with Strawberry Meringue Buttercream and tiny wild strawberries.
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- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for pans
- 1 1/2 cups cake flour (not self-rising)
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature, plus more for pans
- 1 3/4 cups sugar, plus more for sprinkling fruit
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 1/4 cups milk
- 10 ounces strawberries, hulled and cut into small dice, plus more for garnish
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Step 1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line 2 1/2 standard 12-cup cupcake pans with paper liners; set aside.
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Into a medium bowl, sift together flours, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
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In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 3 to 4 minutes, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed. Beat in eggs, one at a time, and then beat in vanilla. With the mixer on low speed, add the flour mixture in three parts, alternating with the milk and beginning and ending with the flour; beat until combined after each addition. Fold in strawberries.
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Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cups so that each is about two-thirds full, about 2 ounces each. Bake, rotating the pans halfway through, until the cupcakes are golden brown and a cake tester inserted in the centers comes out clean, about 20 minutes. Transfer pans to a wire rack to cool for 5 minutes. Remove cupcakes from pan and cool completely on wire racks.
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Make Strawberry Meringue Buttercream and spread or pipe about 1/2 cup frosting on top of each cupcake. Garnish with strawberries, cut into halves, quarters, or left whole, depending on the size.
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Robin Ann9 Feb, 2014
These Strawberry cupcakes with the Strawberry Meringue Buttercream frosting are totally amazing! A bite of this is like thee BEST strawberry shortcake you ever, ever put in your mouth! I loooooove them & everyone who has tasted one, that I've made, has echoed the same. Yummmmmmmmmmm!!
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Bakergirl1006 Apr, 2013
Between the cake and the frosting, this recipe calls for 5 STICKS OF BUTTER! That is TOTALLY insane. What is she trying to do? Enhance the incomes of cardiologists? Absolutely obscene! No wonder Americans have the weight problems they have!
Kitiya Khamyaem3 Mar, 2013
I have made this cupcake a week ago and it was a big hit :) agreed to previous comments that the texture is more like muffin but taste is great. Make sure that the butter is completely at room temperature, otherwise the consistency wouldn't come out right and you will need to dump it in the gabage bin like I did for the first attempt!!
ReneeSarah19 Feb, 2013
It is really important that the butter is room temperature when you start. Cold butter doesn't mix well and I paid for not being patient. I think I would put less strawberries in next time- because they do cook to a jam like consistency in the cupcake. I agree with another reviewer that before putting the frosting on that they tasted more like muffins. I will make these again!
Chelsea Hudlow5 Feb, 2013
I just made this today. The cupcakes themselves were great! Very fluffly, light, and had a nice strawberry flavor. I chopped my strawberries a little less, so every once in a while I got a bite with a larger chunk - yum! Will definitely make again in the future.
Erika H20 Jun, 2012
All this work and you get these beautiful and perfect cupcakes with lovely frosting. And then, in the last step....you make it all taste like strawberry jam. I will make them again, but skip the strawberry jam.
thebabymammabug31 Mar, 2012
I made these cupcakes in a trial run for a big Easter party. I was glad I made them before... not quite what I expected. They were a lot more like strawberry muffins than strawberry cupcakes. I haven't made the icing yet, so maybe that will transform them.
Sandykinss13 Feb, 2012
Made this for Valentine's 2012 and these cupcakes are amazing!! it was light, fluffy and moist. The strawberry meringue buttercream was really good too (make sure to use good strawberry preserves). will definitely mark this as a favorite. Thank you Martha for sharing this wonderful recipe!
sewcrafea19 Aug, 2011
very good and moist love it!!
DawnBird11 Feb, 2011
These cupcakes are awesome. The strawberry meringue buttercream icing puts them over the top.
tukatzmom7 Feb, 2011
These were fabulous. I made them for Super Bowl day; we were also celebrating 5 Feb. birthdays. One of the birthday girls said they surpassed the strawberry cake from her favorite bakery.
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i am so grateful to Martha Stewart for posting this recipe. last summer i looked everywhere i thought to find a good strawberry cake recipe. but all i found was boxed cake mixes and strawberry jello. this is easy and yummy. thanks
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Kwanzaa celebrations held during the seven-day festival often include a Kikombe cha Umoja (pronounced kee-KOHM-bay cha oo-MOH-jah), or Unity Cup, which is filled with water or juice and shared among everyone at the table, representing family and community unity.
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After completing back-to-back two-a-days on Sunday and Monday, the Broncos returned to the field on Tuesday afternoon for their lone practice of the day.
During the session, the team scrimmaged for an extended period of time, marching up and down the field working on 11-on-11s for what seemed like the longest it has all of camp.
Tuesday's practice also marked a first of camp, as three league referees were present at Dove Valley. But more of them later. Here are some quick hits from the afternoon session:
ROLL CALL: Jarvis Moss returned to practice on Tuesday after missing the last few sessions. The club wasted little time getting the third-year player involved, as Moss was working with the special teams unit on punt rush situations just moments after he took the field.
POSITIONING: During the team's first special team's session of the day, special teams coordinator Mike Priefer threw in a few fake punt situations. On one play, Nate Swift ran with the ball off a direct snap. On the next play, punter Britton Colquitt threw a pass to Swift, who streaked down field.
DRILLS: Talk about a hands-on approach. McDaniels and wide receivers coach Adam Gase spent time at the onset of practice working with receivers on route running. To do so, the two coaches shadowed receivers trying to make catches in the back of the end zone. A bit later, McDaniels jammed the receivers at the line of scrimmage, getting up close and personal with them as they broke into their routes.
PLAYMAKERS: Jack Williams shined during practice, making a pair of interceptions. The first came off Tom Brandstater during red zone 11-on-11s. The second, however, was arguably the highlight of the day. One play after being whistled for pass interference by Ed Hochuli on fourth down at the five-yard line, the offense had the ball at the one. It was the final play of red zone 11-on-11s, and Williams jumped in front of a Kyle Orton pass, returning it 99 yards for the score to the jubilation of his defensive teammates.
"We wouldn't have been in that predicament if I hadn't gotten the penalty called on me," Williams said. "So, I had to do something."
QUICK HITS: The referee crew didn't just come to Dove Valley for a meet and greet — they were put to work. When Scheffler made a great sideline grab near midfield, a referee hurried over to the sideline, signaling that the tight end had both feet inbounds and position when he snagged the ball. A bit later during red zone 11-on-11s, Hochuli threw a flag, calling the offense for a false start.
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I loved Shadow of Colossus and I think this game is going to be the same. But it's a shame that i can't play it because it's for ps3.
Man, if this game isn't he greatest thing conceived since the original final fantasy with all it's epic-ness, or at least doesn't make the PS3 self aware, this WILL be the biggest let down since Duke Nukem Forever. If you have no idea how much of a let down that was, just replace this notion with some game you thought was going to be the best thing since sliced bread and then turned out to be the pits.At any rate if this game doesn't score at least a 9 from every review site out there or their equivalent of a 9, then this will have been a huge waste of Sony's time, not to mention a huge waste of cash.Do we even know what the story for this game is yet? I completely forgot about this game way back in 2010.OH! thought of the best comparison. This game is like Half Life 3. It better be awesome if it ever comes out. Yeahhh went there!
This is not the official trailer
This is the official trailer http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EHzHoMT5eRg
This game has created so much anticipation, i hope it doesn´t suck when it comes out.
i remember my friend telling me how awesome the ps3 was going to be,and he showed me this game. that was back when they first released the ps3 and this game still isnt out yet!? damn.
i used to really like coming to gamespot, but things like this, kevin vanord and the obvious payed for reviews they give have lost any respect i had for their opinions. i'm glad its just that, an opinion.
@Vari3ty: You might want to ask about it in the GS Live union located on the forums page. Some users enjoy making animated .gifs and if you ask about it, they might make one! :)
Come on guys, it was just a simple joke. No need to be so angry at gamespot just for having fun on April Fools Day.
SIgh... and here I thought thre was some new info... Funny tho.. that the trailer didnt pop up in my feed till apr4ths.....
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I was thinking of my girlfriend one day and I came across this arangement and sent them to her. She just loved them! She told me they smelled really nice and could smell them throughout the room. I would recomend this arrangement to anyone that wants to brighten up that special persons day. She sent me some pictures of them and they looked really nice and fresh. Thanks and great job Teleflora!
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This charming village on I-35 in Central Texas dates from the state's early days. The town grew around the Sterling C. Robertson home and plantation, and was incorporated in 1867. Named for Salado (salty) Creek, the town prospered with the founding of Salado College in 1860. It also was a prominent stop on the Chisholm Trail. But after the town was bypassed by the railroad, the college closed and the town dwindled.
Today's visitors find shops, art galleries, antiques, crafts, the 27-hole Robert Trent Jones Jr. golf course, dining, entertainment and historic lodging. There are 20 sites with state or national historical markers, including Salado Creek, the first Texas Natural Landmark to be designated by the Texas Historical Survey Committee.
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The Department of Labor announced on February 19 the availability of approximately $150 million in new grants designed to help place individuals affected by long-term employment into new jobs. These grants, referred to as the "Ready to Work Partnerships" between employers and non-profit organizations, will help those who have been out of work for long periods to obtain middle and high-skilled jobs.
Posted by CTE Policy Watch at 2/21/2014 4:09:09 PM
Last week, the Office of Vocational and Adult Education (OVAE) at the U.S. Department of Education officially announced its name change to the Office of Career, Technical, and Adult Education (OCTAE). The office will continue to be responsible for administering federal CTE programs, as well as adult education programs, but the new name is more reflective of today's programs.
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Recently, the U.S. Department of Education released a new state-by-state table that shows Perkins funding in Fiscal Year (FY) 2014. The table shows state allocations beginning in FY 2012 and reflects the FY 2013 sequester cut, as well as the recent increase in Perkins funding for the current fiscal year. The FY 2014 omnibus appropriations bill, which was recently signed into law by President Obama, included a $53 million increase for Perkins! The funding boost for Perkins will restore over 90 percent of the cut to Perkins state grants that occurred in 2013 as a result of sequestration.
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Following the State of the Union address, President Obama embarked on a busy week of post-speech events that focused on many of the education and training issues he outlined on Tuesday night. As we previously reported, the president pledged to make this a "year of action" that will include a number of initiatives his Administration will undertake without the need for congressional approval.
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Last night, President Obama delivered the annual State of the Union address before Congress. He put forward a broad policy agenda that included efforts on skills training, manufacturing and education. The president applauded the 2014 budget agreement that rolled back much of the 2013 sequester cut and paved the way for an increase in Perkins funding in the recent omnibus appropriations bill.
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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the federal agency that oversees the development and enforcement of environmental standards and regulations, is currently soliciting proposals for funding of local or regional programs that deliver environmental workforce development and job training opportunities for unemployed and under-employed individuals. This competitive grant specifically focuses on training for careers in hazardous waste remediation, environmental health and safety, and wastewater management.
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On Quora, reviews are the new Q&A
The service is expanding its take on questions and answers to allow for reviews.
Founded in 2009, Quora is home to more than 300,000 umbrella topics such as iPhone apps or Funny Pictures that contain related questions. Now, members can create new topics, say "Oz: 2013 movie," to solicit reviews (instead of answers) from the community, as well as migrate existing review-like threads over to the new review pages.
"One thing we've noticed over the last year is that there are a lot of questions ... where people are writing reviews," Marc Bodnick of Quora's business team told CNET. Questions like "What do people think about [x product]?" or "Should I buy [x product]?" are very popular, he said. "Reviews provide structure and categorization to these types of questions."
A review page allows members to write and submit answers as usual, but also includes a rating option so the reviewer can indicate how much he or she liked or disliked the product or service on a one- to five-star scale. The average rating is highlighted atop the review page, and the top positive and negative reviews are also featured on the page.
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One more little Imp and her pet!
tiny hinies
Some befores: foam core and sketch
base covered with rolled out clay
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Witch Imp and Whiskers....
34 comments:
- ilgirasogno Laura said...
OMG! flora is beautiful! how can you not love him! the kitten is sweet sweet! but .... now it is me with my heart imp ??????? ^.....^
- April 25, 2009 at 3:09 AM
- pixiesinthehouse said...
Your Imps are just the most darling creatures I have ever seen. I don't even have a favorite 'cause they are all so adorable! You really are just so imaginative and inspiring!
- April 25, 2009 at 3:59 AM
- Prim's by Kim said...
What a darling!!
- April 25, 2009 at 5:28 AM
- Sarah said...
Flora as always - you have outdone yourself with these Imps! They are beyond darling - looove this one!!!
Hoe is you Mother feeling these days? Namaste, Sarah - April 25, 2009 at 7:42 AM
- Julie said...
Ummmm, Love this little guy!!!! All that detail ~ too cute!!!
- April 25, 2009 at 8:19 AM
- Sugar Donkey Dolls said...
I LOVE this one. I love all your work but this one is so adorable. The little kitty reminds me of The Worst Witch. So cute! And as always thanks for posting your wip shots. I love to see your methods.
- April 25, 2009 at 8:36 AM
- Once Upon A Blue Crow said...
I'm in love with these little imps!
- April 25, 2009 at 9:09 AM
- Georgina said...
I love it...I want it!!!
Georgina - April 25, 2009 at 9:22 AM
- Bone*Head*Studios said...
Thanks everyone for visiting with me and leaving such sweet comments on my newest imp!!1
blessings,Flora - April 25, 2009 at 10:26 AM
- Ann said...
Flora, I love this imp and the hinie...so darling..you create the most amazing and delightful creations. Thanks for showing how you are doing this one. Love to visit!!
- April 25, 2009 at 10:57 AM
- Bone*Head*Studios said...
Hello Ann!!!Thank You so much, I'm glad you think so, it's always so nice to hear kind comments from everyone !!!
Blessings,Flora - April 25, 2009 at 11:31 AM
- Cheryl Prater said...
Can I come and apprentice at your talented elbow? I wish I could, because I would. In a New York minute! So, so, so special. Oh, and the imp is too. xoxoxo - April 25, 2009 at 1:57 PM
- Bone*Head*Studios said...
Awwww Sweetie you're the best!!!! Thanks a bunch!!!
blessings,Flora - April 25, 2009 at 2:03 PM
- Ginny Diezel said...
This is A #1 ADORABLE! xoxo Ginny
- April 25, 2009 at 3:30 PM
- Pattee said...
I do believe she is spoken for : )
Pat - April 25, 2009 at 3:33 PM
- Bone*Head*Studios said...
Hello Ginney and Patte, Thanks so much for the comments!!!
Pattee!!,You had me worried for a bit there..hehehe!!!
blessings,Flora - April 25, 2009 at 4:04 PM
- Sonia ;) said...
So prescious...What type of clay are you using?
Thank you for coming by...I made the White Rabbit head a couple years ago...He used to have a body I was not happy with...So I saved his head I adore. Not sure how I will reuse him....LOL...
Love the Imp...so whimisical and prescious.
Sonia ;) - April 25, 2009 at 7:05 PM
- Bone*Head*Studios said...
Hello Sonia,
My Imps are all made from air dry clay, this one is Premier clay, very sturdy too! Many thanks!! I just think that white rabbit is so wonderful, I love his expression,glasses and everything!!
blessings,Flora - April 25, 2009 at 9:33 PM
- idrawpix said...
Flora, I can see by the picture with the tape roll that this little guy is tiny! Plus, just too adorable! I so love viewing your WIPs.
Thanks for sharing,
Karen - April 25, 2009 at 9:39 PM
- Bone*Head*Studios said...
Hey Karen!!, Yes he is a little bitty, 3x3"!!!Thanks for the comments!!
Blessings,Flora - April 25, 2009 at 9:50 PM
- Phillane E'lee said...
So very very tiny and yet look at that detail. YOu must have tiny hands. Oh she is just darling. A wee wittle imp. LOL Such a sweetie.
I am sure she already has a new home.
Thanks for sharing Flora. Always inspiring.
I have to make a halloween piece soon. It is killing me.
Hugs,Pea - April 25, 2009 at 11:15 PM
- Bone*Head*Studios said...
Hello Pea!!! They are bitty and I think I'm permanently cross eyed ..hehehe!! Thank you for coming to visit and for taking the time to leave me a comment!!
blessings,Flora - April 26, 2009 at 12:07 AM
- Diana said...
OMG!!! too cute!! LOL he made me laugh for sure...I just LOVE your creativity!!
- April 26, 2009 at 6:25 AM
- Annabelle said...
You are a wonderful artist!
Thanks for sharing your lovely art .
Hugs Annabelle - April 26, 2009 at 7:49 AM
- Julie Fillo said...
Thanks for reading my blog, and thank you so much for sharing your process. I have made one cloth and clay doll, and I have two others started, but I feel somewhat stuck in developing my own style. I know it will just take doing it and doing it, over and over, until something unique emerges.
You are amazing. Your dolls are so adorable and your sketches are just wonderful. I can't believe you have only been doing this 3 years!
Julie Fillo - April 26, 2009 at 8:39 AM
- Bone*Head*Studios said...
Diana, Annabelle and Julie,Thanks a bucnh for visiting with me and leaving me with these sweet comments,I emailed you Julie!!
blessings,Flora - April 26, 2009 at 12:15 PM
- Primgrl1 said...
Wow Flora! I'm just floored by your artistic creativity! Some day I'd like to branch out and do something along a similar line. I have 4 blocks of paper clay that I've held on too for a year and haven't done anything with as of yet. Now I feel more inspired by you and what you do to attempt to at least open the package. Love and admire your work! :)
Primgrl1 - April 26, 2009 at 10:16 PM
- Bone*Head*Studios said...
Primgrl1,Welcome and thank you for the sweet comments and visit!!!
I recommend you tear open that bar of clay and get started,the sooner the better!!! oh what fun you will have!!!Times a wasting!!hehehe!!!
blessings,Flora - April 26, 2009 at 10:37 PM
- Brandi McKenna said...
Your work is magic..sketches and styrofoam to finished product!...Love it Flora!
- April 27, 2009 at 5:16 AM
- Bone*Head*Studios said...
Hello Brandi, I'm a fan of yours!!!
I itching to do many new items but a moon luminaire is a must on my list of to do's!!!Many thanks for the compliments and visit!!!
Blessings,Flora - April 27, 2009 at 8:28 AM
- Huckleberry Arts said...
Flora I adore her !!!!!!
- April 27, 2009 at 8:35 AM
- Bone*Head*Studios said...
Hey Annette!!, thanks a bunch!!
blessings,Flora - April 27, 2009 at 9:00 AM
- Colleen said...
hi!!!!!!I was lead here by your comment on my blog...thank you...I am loving what you do...kind of a vintagy feel...something that i am always after...but rarely finf in my own work....you are soooo!!! inspiring me...i love your hope angel...and all of your very cool little imps!
- April 29, 2009 at 4:30 AM
- Bone*Head*Studios said...
WELCOME and THANK YOU Colleen!!!!
You are so kind, I'm glad you came to visit me!!!
Blessings,Flora - April 29, 2009 at 9:54 AM


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Granted that we can't conscionably recommend shelling out $39.99 for a mousepad unless it actually performs headshots for you, but if you've got a showdown with Fatal1ty in your future it could be up your alley. Optical gaming mice reportedly track 25% better on this thing, with gaming-grade laser mice getting a 37% tracking improvement through proximity to this surface. Co-developed with pro-gaming teams, the Destructor will be available for mission-critical fragging sometime this month. |
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I'm looking into getting a new mouse-pad and that possibly others are in the same position.