A weekly investigation of the history of Pekin and Tazewell County, including an archive of all blogs going back to 2015.
As many have heard, last month Pekin lost one of its hometown...
Jared L. Olar
February 5, 2024
Last week we recalled the visit of U.S. President Gerald R. Ford...
Jared L. Olar
July 15, 2021
As construction proceeded in 1973 on the new Pekin Public Library and...
Jared L. Olar
June 17, 2021
This month the Pekin Public Library marks an important anniversary in its...
Jared L. Olar
February 18, 2021
This is a reprint of a “From the Local History Room” column...
Jared L. Olar
November 20, 2019
Attention all local history or library history buffs: Currently on display in...
Jared L. Olar
March 15, 2016
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
Discover your Family's History
Read stories about the people, places, events, landmarks, businesses, and everyday moments that helped shape Pekin’s history.
