A weekly investigation of the history of Pekin and Tazewell County, including an archive of all blogs going back to 2015.
In the last few weeks we have recalled how Tazewell County was...
Jared L. Olar
April 2, 2026
After our recalling the story of the creation of Tazewell County last...
Jared L. Olar
March 19, 2026
It was less than a decade from the creation of the Illinois...
Jared L. Olar
March 5, 2026
In the last few weeks we have recalled how Tazewell County was...
Jared L. Olar
March 16, 2018
It was less than a decade from the creation of the Illinois...
Jared L. Olar
February 16, 2018
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.
