Join Connie as she tells the stories passed down to her Great Grandmother Lizzie of how her family survived the antebellum period through trials and tribulations, and how they used quilts that contain hidden codes and secret messages to assist abolitionists; white and black, to guide slaves to freedom through the Underground Railroad to Canada. […]

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 from Takeout & Delivery orders to Elgin History Museum! RSVP & all details here: https://grouprai.se/f271037 We hope you can join us in ordering out for a […]

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 Potter. Presentation runs about 45 minutes. During the program, Ms. Rock makes costume changes as she changes characters. Q & A session follows. This event […]

CLICK THE TITLE OR IMAGE TO REGISTER. While the popular images of the National Park Service (NPS) often focus on the spectacular scenic sites in the American West or nationally significant historic sites in the eastern U.S., the NPS has a meaningful presence in Illinois and its surrounding states. It includes National Monuments, National Trails, […]

The new exhibit chronicles the evolution of Elgin Academy decade by decade, showcasing an array of photographs that vividly capture moments that have shaped their legacy. There are plenty of artifacts to look at, including the Academy Bell that fell from the cupola down to the first floor during a 1911 fire. Celebrate the school’s […]

Museum Gala Fundraiser - It's going to be a roaring good time! Saturday, April 20 from 5:30pm - 10pm Holiday Inn, 495 Airport Road, Elgin $75 for members, $90 for guests. Enjoy dinner, drinks and entertainment all while supporting the Museum. Cocktail reception, cash bar, Waldorf-Astoria inspired buffet menu, and a silent auction. Live auction […]

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, Building E. The Fair combines the efforts of four partners: Elgin Community College, Kane Senior Council, Association for Individual Development and the Age-Friendly initiative of […]

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 is located here. It is the final resting place for 974 individuals for whom other burial arrangements could not be made. Elgin historian Bill Briska […]

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 register: