A weekly investigation of the history of Pekin and Tazewell County, including an archive of all blogs going back to 2015.
The Feb. 2005 issue of the Tazewell County Genealogical & Historical Society’s...
Jared L. Olar
January 30, 2025
This is a reprint of a “From the Local History Room” column...
Jared L. Olar
November 8, 2019
Following up on our comparison last month of two old aerial views...
Jared L. Olar
May 12, 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.
