Using newspaper stories and pictures from 80 plus years ago, this presentation will retell the story of how World War II impacted Elgin citizens both at home and abroad. This presentation will be presented in-person and also available by Zoom. If you are attending in person, feel free to bring your lunch. We provide the […]
Cheers to history in the making! Join us at the Museum on Friday, August 7th (6:30–8:30 PM) for Vinos Latinos, an exclusive Preview Party for the Hispanic Heritage Project! We are just two weeks away from the official August 21st documentary premiere, and we’re giving our community an insider sneak peek. Come taste a curated selection of […]
Documentary & Traveling Exhibit Premiere Celebrate the stories, traditions, and lasting contributions of the Hispanic community at the premiere of Nuestras Historias: Celebrating Hispanic Culture and Community at the Elgin Community College Blizzard Theater. The evening begins at 6pm with a lively reception featuring food, music, and hands-on activities for kids, followed by the premiere of […]
Linda shares the history of neighborhood grocery stores in Elgin and tells the story of one particular grocer, Libbie Samuelson. Please RSVP below so we can plan accordingly.
Saturday, September 26 showtimes at 3pm and 5:30pm Sunday, September 27 showtimes at 11am and 1:30pm Tickets $20 Members / $25 Guests / $15 Jr/Sr High - Tickets will be on sale soon! Visitors will be guided on a 70-minute tour that showcases gravesites of former residents portrayed by actors in period costumes. The Museum […]
Saturday, September 26 showtimes at 3pm and 5:30pm Sunday, September 27 showtimes at 11am and 1:30pm Tickets $20 Members / $25 Guests / $15 Jr/Sr High – Tickets will be on sale soon! Visitors will be guided on a 70-minute tour that showcases gravesites of former residents portrayed by actors in period costumes. The Museum is […]
Annual Meeting portion includes the election of officers and short reports on the health of the Museum. It should last about 20 minutes. John Adams will share the history of what steps led up to the Declaration, the Constitution, and the Bill of Rights, then lead a discussion about our rights and responsibilities, our shared […]
History sounds better in brass! Join the Elgin History Museum and the Illinois Brass Band for a special concert at the First Methodist Church. Enjoy a fantastic afternoon of music featuring a diverse brass program, highlighted by special selections resurrected directly from the Museum’s archives! You'll get a rare chance to hear authentic melodies once played by the legendary Elgin […]
Saturday, November 21 from 10am - 4pm Sunday, November 22 from 10am - 2:30pm Step into the historic Nancy Kimball Cobblestone House, where holiday magic awaits. It’s the perfect setting for your festive photos! Book a 15-minute time block and bring your own camera to take photos however you like. Santa will be there, ready […]
Saturday, November 21 from 10am - 4pm Sunday, November 22 from 10am - 2:30pm Step into the historic Nancy Kimball Cobblestone House, where holiday magic awaits. It’s the perfect setting for your festive photos! Book a 15-minute time block and bring your own camera to take photos however you like. Santa will be there, ready […]
Celebrate the season with a beloved Elgin History Museum tradition! Join us for our festive Holiday Tea featuring a special performance of The Legend of St. Nicholas by historical actor Terry Lynch. Watch history come alive as Lynch portrays the Old English Father Christmas, sharing the global origins of St. Nicholas and the fascinating history behind our favorite […]
