A weekly investigation of the history of Pekin and Tazewell County, including an archive of all blogs going back to 2015.
In past “From the Local History Room” columns, we have recalled the...
Jared L. Olar
May 19, 2017
Following up on our comparison last month of two old aerial views...
Jared L. Olar
May 12, 2017
Here’s a chance to read one of our old Local History Room...
Jared L. Olar
May 5, 2017
A couple of items in the Pekin Public Library’s Local History Room...
Jared L. Olar
April 28, 2017
Last July this column asked the question, “What do you call that...
Jared L. Olar
April 21, 2017
Pekin officially has been organized as a city since 1849. That year...
Jared L. Olar
April 14, 2017
Here’s a chance to read one of our old Local History Room...
Jared L. Olar
April 13, 2017
When telling the story of Pekin’s growth and development, often the best...
Jared L. Olar
March 31, 2017
Last week we recalled President Herbert Hoover’s brief whistle stop in Pekin...
Jared L. Olar
March 3, 2017
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Read stories about the people, places, events, landmarks, businesses, and everyday moments that helped shape Pekin’s history. Each article offers a closer look at the community’s past while preserving the local stories and experiences that connect generations.
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