A weekly investigation of the history of Pekin and Tazewell County, including an archive of all blogs going back to 2015.
As Pekin prepares to celebrate Juneteenth with two special events on Friday...
Jared L. Olar
June 15, 2023
Last week in this column, we surveyed the African-American population of Pekin...
Jared L. Olar
May 29, 2020
Continuing our review of what historical records can tell us of 19th-century...
Jared L. Olar
May 22, 2020
From the Archives
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.
From the Archives
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Read stories about the people, places, events, landmarks, businesses, and everyday moments that helped shape Pekin’s history.
