A weekly investigation of the history of Pekin and Tazewell County, including an archive of all blogs going back to 2015.
Last week’s placement of a new, permanent sign at Freedom & Remembrance...
Jared L. Olar
March 26, 2026
Almost two years after the formal dedication of a memorial park honoring...
Jared L. Olar
April 17, 2025
With special Juneteenth-related events planned next week that will honor the memory...
Jared L. Olar
June 8, 2023
As we mentioned here a little over two weeks ago, some special...
Jared L. Olar
June 1, 2023
A formal opening ceremony is drawing nearer for a new memorial park...
Jared L. Olar
May 15, 2023
The two Illinois State Historical Markers for the Freedom & Remembrance Memorial...
Jared L. Olar
December 29, 2022
A great deal of progress has been made in the effort to...
Jared L. Olar
November 17, 2022
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
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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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