A weekly investigation of the history of Pekin and Tazewell County, including an archive of all blogs going back to 2015.
While the majority of the military action during the Revolutionary War naturally...
Jared L. Olar
October 8, 2026
Continuing our “America 250”-themed recollections of the early history of Tazewell County...
Jared L. Olar
February 12, 2026
With the United States of America preparing to celebrate its 250th birthday...
Jared L. Olar
January 22, 2026
With the end of Pekin’s Bicentennial year fast approaching, this is an...
Jared L. Olar
December 19, 2024
One of the most important standard reference works on the early history...
Jared L. Olar
February 13, 2016
Among the stories and anecdotes of Tazewell County’s early settlers, we find...
Jared L. Olar
August 7, 2015
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.
