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Friday, May 03, 2013  The powerful gun rights lobby gathers in Houston this weekend for its annual convention and organizers anticipate a rollicking, Texas-sized party.

Monday, March 11, 2013  The Smithsonian Institute created a travelling exhibit called "Hometown Teams."

Wednesday, February 27, 2013  Rock and Roll Hall of Fame to open exhibit focusing on 50 years of The Rolling Stones

Thursday, November 29, 2012  The Quincy Museum is ready to spread holiday cheer with its annual Christmas exhibit. It's decked it's halls with boughs of holly and other holiday décor.

Tuesday, November 06, 2012  Pittsburgh Zoo: 2-year-old boy who fell into exhibit was killed by African wild dogs, not fall

Wednesday, July 25, 2012  US beats Spain 100-78 in rematch of Olympic basketball gold-medal game

Wednesday, July 11, 2012  Video Added - More than 620,000 people died during the Civil War, more than 400 thousand of them didn't die on the battlefield.

Thursday, July 05, 2012  Becky Thatcher's House in Hannibal received a $50,000 donation for renovations.

Friday, April 06, 2012  Adams County Historical Society exhibit on the Shiloh Civil War battle.

Thursday, December 01, 2011  Fort Madison Partners want to develop the Cattermole Building into a Community Cultural Center.

Saturday, September 17, 2011  The Art Store Exhibition is a collection of artwork by the group, Chameleon Collective. From photos to paintings and sculptures to jewelry, the store's goal is to bring in a variety of visitors.

Wednesday, September 07, 2011  The Hannibal African American History exhibit is set to open Saturday in the Hannibal History Museum.

Friday, October 08, 2010  If you're still looking for Lincoln, you might want to check the Gardner Museum in Quincy, but you'd better hurry.

Tuesday, August 31, 2010  New lighting has been installed in three areas of the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum that officials say will save energy and help preserve some of the site's exhibits.

Monday, August 09, 2010  A special exhibit of original Civil War items will open Wednesday, August 11 at the Old State Capitol State Historic Site in downtown Springfield in connection with the Saturday, August 14 presentation of “Ellsworth Triumphant.”