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From Pulp to Precision: Layering in Paper — Art Exhibition by Steve Kroiss

Nancy Kimball Cobblestone House 302 W. Chicago, Elgin, IL, United States

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. […]

Gail Borden Public Library and Elgin History Museum Trivia Night

Gail Borden Library 270 North Grove Avenue, Elgin, IL, United States

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 […]

Open Elgin Museum Crawl

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 […]

Prominent Elgin Architect, W. W. Abell Presented by Dan Miller

Nancy Kimball Cobblestone House 302 W. Chicago, Elgin, IL, United States

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 […]

Juneteenth Cultural Festival

Festival Park 132 S. Grove, Elgin, IL, United States

The African American Coalition of Kane County presents the Juneteenth Cultural Festival in Festival Park. Get ready to immerse yourself in a celebration like no other. This year’s theme, “What […]

Classic Car Show at Elgin History Museum

Elgin History Museum 360 Park St, Elgin, IL, United States

ALL YEARS & MAKES. JUDGED SHOW.Registration from 9am to noon - $15 per vehicle. Spectators are free! Expect Model Ts to late mode show Vehicles. Top 50 awards by 3:30 […]