A weekly investigation of the history of Pekin and Tazewell County, including an archive of all blogs going back to 2015.
During the first few decades following Illinois’ admission to the Union in...
Jared L. Olar
September 3, 2026
The first years of Pekin’s existence coincided with a period when men...
Jared L. Olar
April 18, 2024
As Pekin’s Bicentennial Year continues, this week we’ll take a look back...
Jared L. Olar
February 1, 2024
This is a revised version of a “From the Local History Room”...
Jared L. Olar
September 7, 2018
On Friday, Sept. 7, at 11 a.m., in the Pekin Public Library...
Jared L. Olar
August 31, 2018
Here’s a chance to read one of our old Local History Room...
Jared L. Olar
October 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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