Cemetery Walk 2025- Saturday, Sept 27
The annual Bluff City Cemetery Walk in Elgin has been a tradition since 1987. It is organized by volunteers and staff of the Elgin History Museum. The event attracts hundreds […]
The annual Bluff City Cemetery Walk in Elgin has been a tradition since 1987. It is organized by volunteers and staff of the Elgin History Museum. The event attracts hundreds […]
The annual Bluff City Cemetery Walk in Elgin has been a tradition since 1987. It is organized by volunteers and staff of the Elgin History Museum. The event attracts hundreds […]
In person event / FREE for Members / $5 for guests Annual Meeting portion includes the election of officers and short reports on the health of the Museum. It should […]
BACK FOR 2025! 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 […]
BACK FOR 2025! 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 […]
Shop With Purpose on Museum Store Sunday, November 30, 2025. Online only. Shop now: https://elginhistory.org/shop/ Looking for the perfect Elgin-inspired gift? Our Museum Store is the only place to find unique […]
Discover the beauty of fused glass at Kiln-Formed Glass: An Artist’s Medium, featuring the work of local artist Hans Klemmer, owner of Prairie Street Studios in Elgin. Each piece reflects […]
Celebrate the season with an afternoon of elegant music, sweets, and celebration! This year’s “Merry & Bright” program features soprano Kathleen Monson and friends performing beloved Christmas songs with a […]
An Elgin Christmas tree is not complete without an ornament from LeeWards! For decades LeeWards sold craft supplies and decorations from their flagship store on State Street and in catalogs […]
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 January 10 from 12–3 […]
Gather your friends, form a team, and join us for a night of fun, learning, and friendly competition. You'll learn fascinating facts and discover new tidbits about a wide range […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Celebrate the legacy of Selena Quintanilla at our Selena Social, a festive evening supporting the Hispanic Heritage Project. Join us on April 16 from 5:30–7:30pm at Carmina's Mexican Restaurant (1055 […]
Local author Rudy Galfi describes the harrowing times his grandparents faced in WW2 Europe, and how they fled to America. Rudy will share the powerful true story behind his book, […]