A weekly investigation of the history of Pekin and Tazewell County, including an archive of all blogs going back to 2015.
During his lifetime, Charles Leonard Wilson (1863-1928) was notable in both his...
Jared L. Olar
December 18, 2025
In the work of laying the foundations of public education in Tazewell...
Jared L. Olar
December 4, 2025
The story of 408 Court St. begins about 1870, when German immigrant...
Jared L. Olar
May 30, 2024
About nine years ago, “From the History Room” recalled the original Pekin...
Jared L. Olar
June 19, 2020
Here’s a chance to read one of our old Local History Room...
Jared L. Olar
May 26, 2017
Here’s a chance to read one of our old Local History Room...
Jared L. Olar
May 5, 2017
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.
