Elgin History Museum

Phone:

847-742-4248

Email:

museum@elginhistory.org

Views Navigation

Event Views Navigation

Today

Elgin Trivia Night FUN-Raiser

Think you know Elgin history? Come test your knowledge at Trivia Night! Wine and beer, and light snacks will be served along with a slice of Elgin history. Teams of […]

Gail Borden Library Celebrates 150 Years

The Library is celebrating its 150th anniversary this year. Historian Jerry Turnquist will share the story of how it grew from a small facility to the premier institution it is […]

Lou Malnati’s Restaurant Fundraiser for Elgin History Museum

Lou Malnati's Pizza 903 S Randall Rd, Elgin, IL, United States

Eat To Support Elgin History Museum! On Wednesday, February 21st from 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM, Lou Malnati's Pizzeria at 903 S Randall Rd is donating back 20% of sales […]

HERstory: Stories of Elgin Women with Linda Rock

To celebrate Women's History Month and the Library's 150th anniversary, Linda Rock brings to life a variety of Elgin women, including Laura Raymond Gifford, Mary Carpenter Lord and Alice Byrd […]

Senior Health & Wellness Fair at Elgin Community College

Elgin Community College 1700 Spartan Drive, Elgin, IL, United States

The Museum will have a table set up at the first Senior Health & Wellness Fair taking place Friday, April 26 from 10am-2pm at Elgin Community College, 1700 Spartan Drive, […]

Hilltop Cemetery Tour with Bill Briska

Hilltop Cemetery 875 Sports Way, Elgin, IL, United States

Tucked into the Elgin Sports Complex is the burying ground for the old Elgin State Hospital. Join us to learn more about the Elgin State Hospital and why this cemetery […]