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Holiday Inn & Suites Chicago Northwest - Elgin 495 Airport Rd, Elgin, IL, United StatesElgin’s Timeless Homes by Watercolor Artist, Charles Cassell Opening Reception
Elgin History Museum 360 Park St, Elgin, IL, United StatesExperience the charm of Elgin's historic homes through the vibrant watercolor artistry of Charles Cassell. The exhibit will showcase a collection of paintings that celebrate the architectural beauty and heritage […]
Hilltop Cemetery Tour with Bill Briska
Hilltop Cemetery 875 Sports Way, Elgin, IL, United StatesPLEASE NOTE: The start time of the Hilltop Cemetery Tour was published incorrectly. The tour starts at 10am, not 10:30am. Sorry for any inconvenience. Tucked into the Elgin Sports Complex […]
Building Elgin: The Architectural Legacy of David E. Postle with Dan Miller
Elgin History Museum 360 Park St, Elgin, IL, United StatesLearn about David E. Postle, a prominent Elgin architect active from 1892 to 1921. Postle's notable works include the Lords Park Pavilion, the Elgin Public Museum, and the old Elgin […]
Brown Bag Lunch: The History of Color with Mary Hoffman
Elgin History Museum 360 Park St, Elgin, IL, United StatesJoin us for the first Brown Bag Lunch of the year to learn about the history of color with Mary Hoffman, Color and Design Training Specialist at Benjamin Moore & […]
Children’s Old Fashioned Fun & Games in Lords Park Zoo!
Lords Park ZooWe will lead families in old fashioned group games like ring around the rosie, egg and spoon races, marbles, jacks, etc. We will also make a rag doll toy that kids can take home.
Erasing Borders / Borrando Fronteras Art Exhibition Opening Reception
Nancy Kimball Cobblestone House 302 W. Chicago, Elgin, IL, United StatesOpening 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, […]
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 StatesEver 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 […]
Summer Picnic Fundraiser
John Duerr Forest Preserve 35W003 IL-31, South Elgin, United StatesHop 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 […]
Classic Car Show 2025
Elgin History Museum 360 Park St, Elgin, IL, United StatesThis 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 […]