Springfield Aldermanic Black Caucus Foundation

10/03/2026

10/03/2026

PEOPLE TO THE POLLS! 🗳️

09/18/2026

09/17/2026

Straight out of the archives!

Central Lodge No. 3 proudly honors Brother William K. Donnegan, whose remarkable legacy reaches from the Underground Railroad to the foundations of Prince Hall Masonry in Illinois.

Brother Dunnegan served as a conductor on the Underground Railroad, helping freedom seekers along their journey out of bo***ge. He was also connected to Springfield’s historic Engine House No. 5 and was a member of Central Lodge No. 3.

When Illinois Prince Hall Masons organized their own Grand Lodge in Springfield in 1867, Brother Dunnegan was there.

His life represents the extraordinary history we are continuing to uncover Underground Railroad. Black firefighting. Prince Hall Masonry. Community leadership. Freedom and service.

These histories are not separate stories. They are one story, connected through men like William K. Dunnigan.

09/05/2026

It's the last weekend to see the noir 6 exhibit at the Old State Capitol! Don't miss this exhibit before it closes.

To learn more about this exhibit celebrating Black art visit: https://www.illinoisstatemuseum.org/welcome-ism-springfield/exhibitions-page/noir-6--the-truth.html