What Makes It Special Klutho Park & Springfield Tours. Local charm, history, outdoor play, and neighborhood exploration Zoo, Museums & Market Family-friendly, cultural enrichment, and art. Tips & Neighborhood Info Springfield is a historic neighborhood just north of downtown Jacksonville, known for its late 19th- and early 20th-century architecture. It's very accessible via these local streets. Historical & Cultural Exploration Ritz Theatre and LaVilla Museum: Explore art-deco architecture, African-American cultural exhibits, music, dance, and theater in the historic LaVilla district. Jacksonville Springfield Historic District: Just steps from Springfield Blvd, this neighborhood offers a glimpse of Jacksonville's past through well-preserved architecture dating from the 1880s-1920s. The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens A serene riverside museum offering diverse art