A weekly investigation of the history of Pekin and Tazewell County, including an archive of all blogs going back to 2015.
Continuing our “America 250”-themed recollections of the early history of Tazewell County...
Jared L. Olar
February 12, 2026
Even after control of the Illinois Country passed from France to Britain...
Jared L. Olar
February 5, 2026
This is a reprint of a “From the Local History Room” column...
Jared L. Olar
February 17, 2022
On Friday, March 2, at 11 a.m., the Pekin Public Library will...
Jared L. Olar
February 23, 2018
On Friday, Feb. 2, at 11 a.m., the Pekin Public Library will...
Jared L. Olar
January 26, 2018
French colonists were the first Europeans to settle in the Illinois Country...
Jared L. Olar
January 20, 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.
