Thousands of people used to visit Elgin to see the automobile races. Come learn about how these brave drivers raced their cars down Elgin streets and on nearby country roads. We'll race model cars; will yours be fast enough to win the trophy?

NEW FOR 2023! Location is just north of Festival Park, on Grove. (Use Festival Park for GPS) Open to all years and makes. $10 vehicle registration 10am to Noon. More than 25 awards by 3pm. Spectators are free. Presented by: Elgin Heritage Commission With our partners and sponsors: - Elgin History Museum - Rolling Devils […]

The Campton Township Prairie Fest 2023 will be held on Saturday, August 12th from 11am- 3pm at the Historic Corron Farm in St. Charles, Campton Township.  We are looking forward to seeing everyone again! There will be house tours, wagon rides, activities for the children and entertainment. The Museum will have Dairies to Prairies on […]

Presented by Jerry Turnquist. A look at some of the many columns and local history stories written by lifelong resident Charles Gregory (1854-1936 ) during his 60-year career as an Elgin newspaper reporter. Please register <p data-pm-slice="1 1

In person event / FREE / Donations Accepted Monthly social gathering for creatives in the Fox Valley area. Everyone is welcome. Come chat about what is going on in the arts in Elgin and beyond. Snacks and drinks will be provided.

Family Fringe is a FREE celebration of family and fun with performances, games, family resources, and more! Bring the whole family to enjoy a day at the Museum. Performances scheduled so far: 10:30am-12:30pm Smarty Pants roving 12pm & 12:30pm Firefly Family Theatre performances The Side Street Art Mobile will be there to offer an art […]

Please see historicelginhousetour.com for all details and to purchase tickets. You can purchase tickets with CASH ONLY at the Museum. Stop by any time during open hours: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 11am to 4pm and head to the gift shop.

Please see historicelginhousetour.com for all details and to purchase tickets. You can purchase tickets with CASH ONLY at the Museum. Stop by any time during open hours: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 11am to 4pm and head to the gift shop.