A weekly investigation of the history of Pekin and Tazewell County, including an archive of all blogs going back to 2015.
Ongoing research into the family of Nance Legins-Costley (1813-1892) has recently uncovered...
Jared L. Olar
September 21, 2023
The grave of a family member of Nance Legins-Costley now has a...
Jared L. Olar
April 3, 2023
Among Central Illinois’ African-American veterans of the Civil War was Pvt. Edward...
Jared L. Olar
January 19, 2023
We continue now with the genealogical account of the descendants of Nance...
Jared L. Olar
November 18, 2021
This week “From the History Room” will commence a systematic genealogical account...
Jared L. Olar
November 4, 2021
It was two summers ago that “From the History Room” was the...
Jared L. Olar
August 26, 2021
“To rescue a name worthy to be remembered and honoured To recall...
Jared L. Olar
June 28, 2019
Four years ago, “From the History Room” shone the spotlight on William...
Jared L. Olar
June 15, 2019
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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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Read stories about the people, places, events, landmarks, businesses, and everyday moments that helped shape Pekin’s history.
