A weekly investigation of the history of Pekin and Tazewell County, including an archive of all blogs going back to 2015.
This week we’ll continue with our review of the names of the...
Jared L. Olar
March 23, 2018
In the last few weeks we have recalled how Tazewell County was...
Jared L. Olar
March 16, 2018
Following the conclusion of George Rogers Clark’s Illinois Campaign in 1779 during...
Jared L. Olar
February 9, 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.
