Brown Bag Lunch: Elgin during D-Day on the 80th anniversary with Jerry Turnquist
Elgin History Museum 360 Park St, Elgin, IL, United StatesThe impact of World War 2 and D-Day on Elgin citizens both at home and abroad is re-told through newspaper clippings and photos from 80 years ago. FREE for Members […]
Paper, Print, and Map Making Workshop with Going Dutch Artists
Elgin History Museum 360 Park St, Elgin, IL, United StatesGet ready to dive into the world of creativity and cartography by learning the basics of paper and print making with special guest artists Kelly Cunningham, Christine Hands, and ShawnT! […]
Roadmaps Exhibit Opening with Going Dutch Artists
Elgin History Museum 360 Park St, Elgin, IL, United StatesRoadmaps: Meg Jordan, Kelly Ann Cunningham, Beizar Aradini, Nick Cartwright and Martha LazarskiSunday August 18th, Reception 5-7pm Side Street Studio Artis pleased to present Roadmaps by Meg Jordan, Kelly Ann […]
Mapping our Stories: Conversations and Lunch with Going Dutch Artists
Elgin History Museum 360 Park St, Elgin, IL, United StatesElginites from all neighborhoods and those with Elgin stories to tell are invited! At this luncheon and community gathering participants will engage in storytelling, conversation, and map rendering. Maps of […]
Preserving the Elgin National Watch Historic District – Exhibit Opening
Elgin History Museum 360 Park St, Elgin, IL, United StatesPreserving Your Neighborhood is a new exhibit series at the Elgin History Museum. Help celebrate the exhibit opening with information about the Elgin National Watch Historic District. The neighborhood has been […]
A Brief History of Immigration to the United States with Edward Bates
Elgin History Museum 360 Park St, Elgin, IL, United StatesThis presentation includes a review of the laws and trends regarding immigration to the United States from the time of the Founding Fathers to the late 20th century. Special emphasis […]
Elgin Symphony Orchestra 75th Anniversary Exhibit Opening
Elgin History Museum 360 Park St, Elgin, IL, United StatesLearn the rich history of Elgin’s beloved musical ensemble, from its beginning as a community orchestra to its current status as an award-winning professional orchestra that builds community with the […]
2024 Cemetery Walk
Bluff City Cemetery 945 Bluff City Boulevard, Elgin, IL, United StatesSAVE THE DATE! Every year in September, the Museum hosts the Cemetery Walk at the majestic Bluff City Cemetery. Visitors will be guided on a 70-minute tour that showcases gravesites […]
2024 Cemetery Walk
Bluff City Cemetery 945 Bluff City Boulevard, Elgin, IL, United StatesSAVE THE DATE! Every year in September, the Museum hosts the Cemetery Walk at the majestic Bluff City Cemetery. Visitors will be guided on a 70-minute tour that showcases gravesites […]
Wine Tasting FUN-Raiser for Elgin History Museum
Elgin History Museum 360 Park St, Elgin, IL, United StatesSAVE THE DATE! The Museum is planning a wine tasting experience to tickle your palate and help the Museum at the same time! More info to come....