The following story was published by NPR Illinois on April 6, 2026.

The Sangamon Experience at the University of Illinois Springfield has announced a collaborative summer program designed to preserve, share and bring to life the rich local histories of communities across central Illinois.

Titled “Beyond City Limits,” the initiative invites local historical societies and K-12 educators to partner in a unique, place-based project that connects community history with classroom learning.

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