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, […]
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 […]
Learn about the historical and cultural significance of this beautiful and important building to celebrate its 100th anniversary. In person event / FREE for Members / $5 for guests Please […]
Elgin artist Steve Kroiss creates paper sculptures with a strong architectural influence. Each piece is designed layer by layer, then cut and assembled accordingly. Nancy Kimball Cobblestone House, 302 W. Chicago St. […]
Test your knowledge of local history with historian Jerry Turnquist. Participants can use a smartphone or a device (limited quantity) provided by the library to answer questions. Attendees may work […]
Discover the rich tapestry of Elgin's history with us at the Open Elgin Museum Crawl! Join us for a captivating journey through four remarkable museums and Gail Borden Public Library […]
The man, his drawings, his houses and his incredible contribution to Elgin. Presented by Dan Miller of the Gifford Park Association. Nancy Kimball Cobblestone House, 302 W. Chicago St. Parking […]
Elgin historian Bill Briska and Museum Educator Rebecca Miller will take you back in time to an earlier Elgin where everyone walked to work, had lunch at noon, and enjoyed […]
The Elgin History Museum is thrilled to host The Elgin Arts Happy Hour - a monthly gathering for area creatives and arts supporters at the Nancy Kimball Cobblestone House! This […]
ALL YEARS & MAKES. JUDGED SHOW.Registration from 9am - noon. ONLY $15.Top 50 awards by 3:30pmExpect Model T's to late mode show vehicles.Live music, food for purchase and FREE entry […]
