A weekly investigation of the history of Pekin and Tazewell County, including an archive of all blogs going back to 2015.
Previous articles here at “From the History Room” have told the story...
Jared L. Olar
July 6, 2023
With special Juneteenth-related events planned next week that will honor the memory...
Jared L. Olar
June 8, 2023
This week “From the History Room” will commence a systematic genealogical account...
Jared L. Olar
November 4, 2021
It was two summers ago that “From the History Room” was the...
Jared L. Olar
August 26, 2021
“To rescue a name worthy to be remembered and honoured To recall...
Jared L. Olar
June 28, 2019
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.
