Volunteer Appreciation Lunch
The Museum wants to thank our volunteers for their hard work and dedication. Save the Date! Event details coming soon.
The Museum wants to thank our volunteers for their hard work and dedication. Save the Date! Event details coming soon.
Eric Krupa, Archivist of the St. Charles History Museum, will present on Illinois' expansive role on the Underground Railroad, and introduce the Illinois Network to Freedom Collective—a new initiative dedicated to researching the Underground Railroad in the State of Illinois. In person event / FREE for Members / $5 Guests Please RSVP below so we […]
The AAUW Elgin Area Branch has invited members of the Elgin History Museum to a portrayal of Jane Austen by Debra Ann Miller. In person event / Museum Members Only / Donations appreciated Please RSVP below.
Don’t miss this chance to see Kiln-Formed Glass: An Artist’s Medium up close—and meet the artist behind it! The Nancy Kimball Cobblestone House will be open Saturday, March 14 from 12–4 PM for a special viewing. Hans Klemmer of Prairie Street Studios will be present to share insight into his work, process, and inspiration. Come enjoy […]
Celebrate the opening of Historic Route 20: A Journey Through America’s Heartland, a photography exhibit by artist Hans Klemmer capturing the unexpected sights and everyday moments found along the historic highway. Join us for a wine & cheese reception where Hans will give a short presentation and share stories from the road trip and the […]
Don’t miss this chance to see Kiln-Formed Glass: An Artist’s Medium up close—and meet the artist behind it! The Nancy Kimball Cobblestone House will be open Saturday, March 28 from 12–4 PM for a special viewing. Hans Klemmer of Prairie Street Studios will be present to share insight into his work, process, and inspiration. Come enjoy […]
In person event / FREE for Members / $5 Guests (Paid at the door) Storyteller Megan Wells brings Abigail Adams to life in a performance that blends vivid storytelling with historical insight. Through Adams’ own words and experiences, audiences gain a powerful glimpse into the intellect, humor, and resilience of one of America’s most influential […]
Saturday, April 25 from 5:30pm – 10pmHoliday Inn, 495 Airport Road, Elgin$75 for members, $90 for guests.GET TICKETS BELOW! In 2026, our nation reaches an extraordinary milestone—250 years of the American story. The Elgin History Museum invites you to commemorate this once-in-a-generation anniversary at the Museum Gala, an evening of celebration and community pride. Enjoy […]
Museum Curator Beth Nawara presents Entertaining Elgin. This program will use objects and images from the Elgin History Museum's collection to show a variety of events that entertained Elginites in the 1800s and 1900s. FREE for Members / $5 for Guests Please RSVP below
The founding of New Philadelphia, Illinois, was an extraordinary act of courage, strategy, and determination. In this presentation, Abdul Alkalimat—descendant of the town’s founders, Frank and Lucy McWorter—shares the story of how the McWorters built a town, protected their freedom, and shaped Illinois history. The program invites audiences to think more deeply about freedom, community, […]