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Erasing Borders / Borrando Fronteras Art Exhibition Opening Reception

Nancy Kimball Cobblestone House 302 W. Chicago, Elgin, IL, United States

Opening Reception: Friday, June 6, 2025 | 6:30 – 8:30 PMNancy Kimball Cobblestone House | 302 W. Chicago, Elgin Join us for the opening of Erasing Borders / Borrando Fronteras, a powerful art exhibition celebrating the Hispanic experience. While enjoying light refreshments, meet the artists behind the work and hear the stories that inspired them. […]

Brown Bag Lunch – What’s in a Name: Uncovering the Stories Behind Elgin’s Streets and Landmarks with Rebecca Miller

Elgin History Museum 360 Park St, Elgin, IL, United States

Ever wonder where Elgin’s street names come from? Join us for a fascinating lunchtime talk with Elgin historian Rebecca Miller as she uncovers the stories behind the names of Elgin’s streets, buildings, and schools. From founding families and prominent figures to the railroad and Elgin National Watch Factory, this presentation will explore how the names […]

Summer Picnic Fundraiser

John Duerr Forest Preserve 35W003 IL-31, South Elgin, United States

Hop Aboard for History!Summer Picnic Fundraiser with the Fox Valley Trolley MuseumSunday, June 29, 2025 · 11:00 AMMEET AT THE John Duerr Forest Preserve, 35W003 IL-31, South Elgin, IL Join the Elgin History Museum for a unique summer outing that’s part history lesson, part old-fashioned fun—and all for a great cause! Starting at 11am, relax […]

Get Tickets $25.00 – $30.00

Classic Car Show 2025

Elgin History Museum 360 Park St, Elgin, IL, United States

This event has been a Museum favorite since 2012 and it keeps growing every year! The show is open to all years and makes: Stock or modified cars, trucks, and motorcycles. Cars are featured on the front lawn and spill out onto Park Street! More details to come.

Brown Bag Lunch – Elgin History Revisited with Jerry Turnquist

Elgin History Museum 360 Park St, Elgin, IL, United States

Jerry Turnquist will share some of his favorite stories from his longtime Daily Herald history column. These will include police news, notable citizens, holiday memories and more.

Cemetery Walk

Bluff City Cemetery 945 Bluff City Boulevard, Elgin, IL, United States

Cemetery Walk

Bluff City Cemetery 945 Bluff City Boulevard, Elgin, IL, United States