A weekly investigation of the history of Pekin and Tazewell County, including an archive of all blogs going back to 2015.
With the United States of America preparing to celebrate its 250th birthday...
Jared L. Olar
January 22, 2026
Before the formal platting and surveying of the little pioneer settlement that...
Jared L. Olar
January 11, 2024
Three weeks ago we reviewed Dr. W. E. Schenck’s 1905 list of...
Jared L. Olar
August 11, 2022
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.
