The historic Nancy Kimball Cobblestone House will be filled with holiday cheer, the perfect backdrop for your photos. Book a 15 minute time block, and take your own photos in any format you would like. Santa will be ready to give you all his attention for pictures with children, pets, grandparents or family members. You […]

The historic Nancy Kimball Cobblestone House will be filled with holiday cheer, the perfect backdrop for your photos. Book a 15 minute time block, and take your own photos in any format you would like. Santa will be ready to give you all his attention for pictures with children, pets, grandparents or family members. You […]

Get your holiday shopping done early! When you purchase a gift from the Museum store, you help to sustain the Museum’s service to the Elgin community and the public. Online shopping - always open! In person shopping: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 11am to 4pm. Great selection of artwork, books, DVD's, t-shirts, and items […]

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Holiday Tea & "The Making of It's a Wonderful Life" with Leslie Goddard. Celebrate the holidays during this annual tradition at Elgin History Museum. Leslie Goddard's presentation will explore the story of the movie’s creation and show rare photographs taken behind the scenes! FREE for members / $5 for Guests Please register: