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Brown Bag Lunch: South Elgin History and Lore with Rebecca Miller
Come hear about how the Village of South Elgin (Clintonville) got its beginning along the Fox River and how it has evolved and prospered over time. FREE for…
Nuestras Historias: Documentary Premiere & Exhibit Launch
Documentary & Traveling Exhibit Premiere We cordially invite the public to celebrate the stories, traditions, and lasting contributions of the Hispanic…
Brown Bag Lunch: Grocery Stores with Linda Rock
Linda shares the history of neighborhood grocery stores in Elgin and tells the story of one particular grocer, Libbie Samuelson. Please RSVP below so we can…
Cemetery Walk 2026 – Saturday Sept 26
Saturday, September 26 showtimes at 3pm and 5:30pm Sunday, September 27 showtimes at 11am and 1:30pm Tickets $20 Members / $25 Guests / $15 Jr/Sr High Visitors…
Cemetery Walk 2026 – Sunday Sept 27
Saturday, September 26 showtimes at 3pm and 5:30pm Sunday, September 27 showtimes at 11am and 1:30pm Tickets $20 Members / $25 Guests / $15 Jr/Sr High Visitors…
Annual Business Meeting with Brian “Fox” Ellis as John Adams
Annual Meeting portion includes the election of officers and short reports on the health of the Museum. It should last about 20 minutes. John Adams will share…
Illinois Brass Band playing the music of the Watch Factory Band
History sounds better in brass! Join the Elgin History Museum and the Illinois Brass Band for a special concert at the First Methodist Church. Enjoy a…
Take Photos with Santa at the Nancy Kimball Cobblestone House
Saturday, November 21 from 10am – 4pm Sunday, November 22 from 10am – 2:30pm Step into the historic Nancy Kimball Cobblestone House, where holiday magic…
Take Photos with Santa at the Nancy Kimball Cobblestone House
Saturday, November 21 from 10am – 4pm Sunday, November 22 from 10am – 2:30pm Step into the historic Nancy Kimball Cobblestone House, where holiday magic…
Holiday Tea with The Legend of St. Nicholas with Terry Lynch
Celebrate the season with a beloved Elgin History Museum tradition! Join us for our festive Holiday Tea featuring a special performance of The Legend of St.…