Springfield Parks District
The Springfield Parks District includes over 35 recreational areas providing zoos, soccer, softball, ice skating, golf, swimming and picnicking.
Klehm Arboretum and Botanic Garden
Former nursery in Rockford features a combination of plants native to the midwest and from around the world. Photo gallery, event calendar, visitor information.
Save the Prairie Society
Sponsors tours and activities as an educational service, land acquisition, volunteer land management to protect prairie.
State Microscopical Society of Illinois
Organization of amateur and professional microscopists. Information about monthly meetings, workshops, and other events, and how to join
Illinois Clean Coal Institute (ICCI)
Research and development program with emphasis on continued utilization, environmentally clean burning, and new markets for Illinois Basin coals.