A weekly investigation of the history of Pekin and Tazewell County, including an archive of all blogs going back to 2015.
As we have mentioned here more than once, William H. Bates (1840-1930)...
Jared L. Olar
May 7, 2026
In the Pekin Public Library’s Local History room collection is a copy...
Jared L. Olar
May 23, 2024
This is a slightly revised version of one of our “From the...
Jared L. Olar
April 27, 2018
Here’s a chance to read again one of our old Local History...
Jared L. Olar
September 23, 2016
Many people would find that the 1888 Pekin City Code makes for...
Jared L. Olar
February 26, 2016
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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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