A weekly investigation of the history of Pekin and Tazewell County, including an archive of all blogs going back to 2015.
While Pekin traces its origin to the 1824 arrival of Jonathan Tharp...
Jared L. Olar
November 13, 2024
As previously noted in this column, the city of Pekin was established...
Jared L. Olar
June 22, 2018
Following the conclusion of George Rogers Clark’s Illinois Campaign in 1779 during...
Jared L. Olar
February 9, 2018
As National American Indian Heritage Month nears its end, this week we’ll...
Jared L. Olar
November 24, 2017
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.
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Read stories about the people, places, events, landmarks, businesses, and everyday moments that helped shape Pekin’s history.
