A weekly investigation of the history of Pekin and Tazewell County, including an archive of all blogs going back to 2015.
If you’ve ever wondered what Christmas celebrations were like in Pekin way...
Jared L. Olar
December 26, 2024
As Pekin’s Bicentennial Year continues, this week we’ll take a look back...
Jared L. Olar
February 1, 2024
Almost 45 years after Tazewell County’s collection of Civil War artifacts were...
Jared L. Olar
May 25, 2023
This is a reprint of a “From the Local History Room” column...
Jared L. Olar
December 21, 2018
Not even two whole generations had elapsed since Illinois’ admission as the...
Jared L. Olar
August 9, 2018
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.
