A weekly investigation of the history of Pekin and Tazewell County, including an archive of all blogs going back to 2015.
Among the notable men of Pekin’s history, James Michael Haines (1822-1909) was...
Jared L. Olar
September 11, 2025
For the next installment in our series on the downtown Pekin businesses...
Jared L. Olar
October 6, 2022
This is a reprint of a “From the Local History Room” column...
Jared L. Olar
April 21, 2022
This is a reprint of a “From the Local History Room” column...
Jared L. Olar
March 31, 2022
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.
