No tour of state capitals would be complete without a visit to Springfield! Illinois's capital, as you might have guessed, features lots and lots on the life of Lincoln. But there's more to see and do! Here are some top destinations if you're planning a visit:

Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library & Museum
Explore the life and legacy of the man who many call America's greatest president. The museum is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. except on Holidays. Make sure you make a stop at Lincoln's Tomb located just a few miles away. 

Dana-Thomas House
Head over to the Dana-Thomas House designed by Frank Lloyd Wright in 1902. Take a tour through the house to see a bowling alley, wine cellar, string quartet band lofts, beautiful stained glass, and more. Explore the 35 room house from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday to Sunday. 

D'arcy's Pint
Relax with an authentic Irish meal after a day of site seeing. The warm and cozy environment is perfect for enjoying a pint of beer and some traditional bar food. Make sure your try the "horseshoe," a Springfield classic made with Texas toast, your choice of protein (hamburger, chicken, bacon, turkey, etc.) then topped with fries and homemade cheese sauce. 

Pizza is a serious business, especially when one city lays claim to another’s tradition. Despite the difference in geography Hackensack’s own Brooklyn’s Brick Oven Pizzeria is indeed the real deal. Like a slice straight from New York City Brooklyn’s Brick Oven serves up some of the best pizza going. We’re talking fresh everything, from mozzarella, tomatoes, toppings, to the handmade dough. Personal pizzas are great for lunch and are available in both white and traditional varieties. Extra toppings are just a dollar each and they include such indulgences as ricotta cheese, black olives, onions, green peppers, and even anchovies for you folk who can’t get enough of them. In addition to pizza, Brooklyn’s Brick Oven also features such pizza shop staples as calzones, Strombolis, and even ravioli, which comes with complimentary bread sticks. There’s a good selection of appetizers too, including antipasto, stuffed zucchini, and a mozzarella and tomato salad. Doughy, cheesy goodness awaits you at Brooklyn’s Brick Oven.

Brooklyn's Brick Oven Pizzeria
161 Hackensack Avenue
Hackensack, NJ 07601
(201) 342-2727
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Go where the locals go at the New Park Tavern. Located across from the Rutherford campus of Felician College, the New Park Tavern is a hidden gem in the area. It’s the kind of place where you can meet up with friends to hang out and watch the big game, or come back with family to enjoy a meal. Come after work or on the weekends and hang out with friends at the bar, where you can enjoy a cold beer on tap, a glass of wine or a prepared drink. Or grab a seat to share a pizza, which many regulars claim is the best in town. Not in the mood for pizza? The menu features lots of soup, salad, sandwich, pasta and entrée options. Test out your singing voice on Saturdays — Karaoke Night!

The New Park Tavern
250 Park Avenue
Rutherford, NJ 07070
(201) 939-9445
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