A weekly investigation of the history of Pekin and Tazewell County, including an archive of all blogs going back to 2015.
Among the special events of Pekin’s Bicentennial last year was the first-ever German...
Jared L. Olar
January 16, 2025
The first years of Pekin’s existence coincided with a period when men...
Jared L. Olar
April 18, 2024
In our previous installment in our Pekin Bicentennial series we reviewed the story...
Jared L. Olar
April 3, 2024
This is a reprint of a “From the Local History Room” column...
Jared L. Olar
March 29, 2019
This is a revised version of one of our “From the Local...
Jared L. Olar
May 11, 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.
Explore Your Roots
Discover your Family's History
Read stories about the people, places, events, landmarks, businesses, and everyday moments that helped shape Pekin’s history.
