イリノイ・アメリカ250国家的物語の中心で
2026年7月4日は、独立宣言調印250周年にあたる。イリノイ州全土で、この歴史的な節目に関連する有意義な方法を探ることができる。
イリノイ州アメリカ250委員会は、イリノイ州観光局と協力し、イリノイ州民が独立宣言の理想を実現した豊かで多様な方法を反映する史跡、博物館、記念碑を紹介するサイトを州全体で展開している。
アメリカン・ストーリーにおけるイリノイ州の貢献は、1776年のはるか以前から始まり、この記念日を超えても続いていく。サイトは、イリノイ・アメリカ250の4つのテーマで構成されている:
イリノイ州の102の郡には、発見する価値のある物語があります。テーマを探求し、史跡を訪れ、最新情報やイベントを随時チェックしてください。

イリノイ・コネクションズ
アメリカ革命
独立宣言が署名された時、イリノイ州はまだ州ではなかったが、独立戦争とその後の時代に直接関係する多くの史跡がある。独立戦争の最西端の戦いのいくつかはここで行われ、その重要な勝利を記念したカスカスキア・ベル州立記念館(イリノイ州独自の「西部の自由の鐘」)はそのひとつである。
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Fort Kaskaskia State Historic Site
Discover the historic overlook, the Fort mounds and cemetery, and tour the nearby Menard House. Together, these sites provide a glimpse into early European colonization and… Read more about Fort Kaskaskia State Historic Site -
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Newberry Library
Located in Chicago, the Newberry Library offers free access to rare books, maps, and manuscripts, with exhibitions and programs focused on American, European, and Indigenous histories,… Read more about Newberry Library -
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Halfway Tavern State Historic Site
A reconstructed two-story stagecoach stop along the historic Kaskaskia-Cahokia Trail, this 1970s rebuild honors 19th-century travel, regional hospitality, and transportation history in early Illinois—a unique glimpse… Read more about Halfway Tavern State Historic Site -
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Fort de Chartres
Visitors are invited to explore the most significant French fortification in Illinois. Built in the 1750s, it served as the military and administrative headquarters for France… Read more about Fort de Chartres

地元の物語を持ち上げる
ウィ・ザ・ピープル
ウィー・ザ・ピープル」は、イリノイ州民のユニークな貢献を称えるものである。多様なコミュニティ、歴史的な出来事、文化的なマイルストーンを称えることで、イリノイ州の豊かな遺産と、アメリカの民主主義を形成してきた共通の価値観に人々を結びつけている。
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Bishop Hill Historic Site
Bishop Hill State Historic Site features original buildings and artifacts from the 19th-century religious commune, showcasing the history, craftsmanship, and cultural legacy of the Swedish immigrants… Read more about Bishop Hill Historic Site -
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Nauvoo Walking Tour
Visitors can take a free self-guided walking tour of Mulholland Street and learn how the French Icarians, Sisters of St. Benedict, and local businesses defined Nauvoo… Read more about Nauvoo Walking Tour -
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Irish American Heritage Center
The Irish American Heritage Center in Chicago celebrates Irish culture through music, dance, language, and history. Enjoy exhibits, performances, and events that honor the enduring legacy… Read more about Irish American Heritage Center -
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Museum of the Grand Prairie
Explore Central Illinois history through engaging exhibits on early settlers, Native cultures, Abraham Lincoln, and everyday life, with educational programs and events for visitors of all… Read more about Museum of the Grand Prairie -
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Isle A La Cache Museum
Isle a la Cache Museum immerses visitors in local cultural heritage and natural history with interactive exhibits, educational programs, and trails along the Illinois River, highlighting… Read more about Isle A La Cache Museum

イリノイ州民のユニークな貢献
ウィ・ザ・ピープル
建築、農業、芸術、音楽、文学などにおける画期的な貢献を通じて、イリノイ州民は有名人から一般人まで、数え切れないほどの方法でアメリカ文化を形成してきた。彼らの創造性と革新性は、全米の世代に影響とインスピレーションを与え続け、イリノイ州全域のコミュニティに根ざした深い文化遺産を紹介している。
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Pullman National Historical Park Visitor Center
Located in Chicago’s Pullman community, the district includes the Pullman factory, Hotel Florence, and A. Philip Randolph Museum—honoring African American labor history and a pivotal strike… Read more about Pullman National Historical Park Visitor Center -
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The Warehouse Landmark Site
The former 1977-era Warehouse nightclub, now a designated historical landmark, is celebrated as the birthplace of House music, where legendary DJ Frankie Knuckles helped launch a… Read more about The Warehouse Landmark Site -
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John Deere Pavilion and John Deere Store
Experience the legacy of innovation at the John Deere Pavilion. Discover interactive exhibits, climb into real machines, and explore the rich history of farming and technology… Read more about John Deere Pavilion and John Deere Store -
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Frank Lloyd Wright Home & Studio
Discover the beginning of greatness. Frank Lloyd Wright's Home & Studio in Oak Park is an architectural wonder to behold. Read more about Frank Lloyd Wright Home & Studio -
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Ellwood House Museum
The Ellwood House Museum tells the story of Isaac Ellwood’s pivotal role in America’s barbed wire industry. This grand estate showcases innovation, wealth, and influence during… Read more about Ellwood House Museum -
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Mound City National Cemetery
Mound City National Cemetery, established during the Civil War, holds Union and Confederate soldiers treated nearby. Listed in 1997, it remains a solemn tribute to sacrifice… Read more about Mound City National Cemetery -
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Jane Addams Hull House Museum
Honoring Jane Addams’ legacy, the Hull House explores immigration, labor rights, and social reform. Her pioneering work in justice, activism, and the settlement house movement helped… Read more about Jane Addams Hull House Museum

イリノイ州先住民
場所の力
州制施行や独立宣言以前の何千年もの間、先住民はイリノイに住み、イリノイを形成してきた。強制移住させられたにもかかわらず、その多くは今も残っている。先住民の歴史、貢献、現在も続く影響を称えるイリノイ州内の施設をご覧ください。
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Grand Village of the Illinois
Home to thousands of people, this significant site offers a powerful window into the rich cultural heritage of the Illinois (Illiniwek) Confederation and their lasting legacy… Read more about Grand Village of the Illinois -
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Trickster Gallery
A Native-owned and operated art gallery featuring rotating exhibits of Indigenous art. The gallery proudly includes an Honor Wall dedicated to Native American veterans, honoring their… Read more about Trickster Gallery -
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Gichigamiin Indigenous Nations Museum
Through its diverse collection and engaging exhibitions, the museum offers deep insights into Indigenous traditions, contemporary issues, and lasting legacies. Read more about Gichigamiin Indigenous Nations Museum -
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Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site and Interpretive Center
Cahokia Mounds, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, preserves the remains of North America’s largest pre-Columbian settlement. Discover the advanced Mississippian culture that flourished here more than… Read more about Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site and Interpretive Center

自然と幸福の追求
場所の力
イリノイ州の豊かな自然景観には、独立宣言に引用された「幸福の追求」が息づいています。イリノイ州には公園、森林、河川、湖沼が数多くあり、レクリエーション、教育、自然保護に力を入れています。
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Jarrett Prairie Center Museum
Visit Jarrett Prairie Center Museum for stunning preserve views, 4,000+ sq. ft. of interactive exhibits, dioramas, fossils, prairie restoration info, and live animals like box turtles… Read more about Jarrett Prairie Center Museum -
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Shawnee Forest Country
Experience hiking, mountain biking, kayaking, rock climbing, zip-lining, and horseback riding in Shawnee Forest Country. Unwind with Shawnee Hills Wine Trail stops, vibrant festivals, fishing, and… Read more about Shawnee Forest Country -
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Illinois River Road National Scenic Byway
Explore the Illinois River Valley’s beauty, wildlife, and charming towns along the Illinois River Road National Scenic Byway—offering hiking, birdwatching, boating, fishing, and rich historical sites… Read more about Illinois River Road National Scenic Byway -
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Hanover Bluff Natural Area
Explore the Driftless Area, a rare Illinois landscape untouched by the last Ice Age glaciers. Enjoy hiking, birding, and nature photography in this unique geo-biological region… Read more about Hanover Bluff Natural Area -
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Big River State Forest
Covering over 3,000 acres along the Mississippi River, Big River State Forest preserves historic woodlands and offers hiking, camping, horseback riding, and wildlife viewing in a… Read more about Big River State Forest -
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Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie
Illinois is known as the Prairie State, and Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie, the first in the U.S., offers trails for biking, hiking, and horseback riding, abundant… Read more about Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie -
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I & M Canal State Trail
The I&M Canal hosts one of Illinois's longest trails. Read more about I & M Canal State Trail

今日の教訓を振り返る
歴史を行う
イリノイ州には、国家歴史登録財に登録されている史跡が1,900か所近くあり、探索する場所が豊富にあります。これらの史跡は、イリノイ州の豊かで複雑な歴史を深く洞察し、州や国家を形成してきたストーリーを訪問者に伝えます。
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Project XV Museum at The Legacy Building
Project XV Museum, in a rural community, preserves powerful stories of the fight for voting rights. Run by volunteers, it promotes civic engagement and celebrates democracy… Read more about Project XV Museum at The Legacy Building -
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Bronzeville Walk of Fame
Civil rights activist Ida B. Wells, poet Gwendolyn Brooks, and astronaut Robert H. Lawrence Jr. are among over 100 notable neighborhood residents honored for their lasting… Read more about Bronzeville Walk of Fame -
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Illinois Holocaust Museum
Recognized as the third-largest Holocaust Museum globally, this powerful institution offers educational exhibits, survivor testimonies, and meaningful programs that preserve history and promote tolerance, remembrance, and… Read more about Illinois Holocaust Museum -
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DuSable Museum of African American History
DuSable Museum of African American History celebrates Black culture, history, and achievements through engaging exhibits, educational programs, and community events in Chicago’s historic Bronzeville neighborhood. Read more about DuSable Museum of African American History -
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Lincoln-Douglas Debate Square
Experience the history of the second famous debate between Abraham Lincoln and Stephen A. Douglas, where ideas clashed and democracy was shaped—an unforgettable moment in Illinois… Read more about Lincoln-Douglas Debate Square

動きと瞬間に関わる
歴史を行う
イリノイ州の豊かで多様な歴史の中で、自由、平等、正義を擁護し、独立宣言の理想を守るためにイリノイ州民がどのように努力してきたかを反映する、芸術、公民権、その他の人々や運動を称えるサイトをご覧ください。彼らの感動的な物語をご覧ください。
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Quincy Underground Railroad Museum: Dr Richard Eells House
A great place to check out Quincy's Underground Railroad History. Many exhibits and displays telling the history of fugitives escaping the slave state of Missouri. Read more about Quincy Underground Railroad Museum: Dr Richard Eells House -
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A. Philip Randolph Pullman Porter Museum
A fascinating complement to the Pullman National Monument, this Chicago museum celebrates the inspiring history of Black labor in the United States, highlighting the contributions of… Read more about A. Philip Randolph Pullman Porter Museum -
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The Legacy Walk
The Legacy Walk is a vibrant outdoor LGBT history exhibit in Chicago’s Lakeview neighborhood, spanning half a mile along the North Halsted corridor, celebrating influential LGBTQ+… Read more about The Legacy Walk