Springfield's recent history has made a significant impact on how the community exists today. Here are a few major events that have happened in the past decade.

April 19, 2005 - The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum and Library was dedicated. Guests included President George W. Bush, and senators Dick Durbin and Barack Obama who spoke at the event.

Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum located at 212 N 6th St, Springfield, IL 62701

March 12, 2006 - Twin F2-strength tornadoes ripped through Springfield leaving 24 injured and none dead.

February 10, 2007 - United States Senator Barack Obama announces his candidacy for president at the Old State Capitol.

August 23, 2008 - Senator Barack Obama announces Joseph Biden as his vice-presidential running mate at the Old State Capitol.

Old State Capitol located at S 6th St & E Adams St, Springfield, IL 62701

February 12, 2009 -  Bicentennial of Abraham Lincoln's birthday which included President Obama's first official trip outside of Washington D.C. to celebrate the birthday with Springfield.