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Echoes of Elgin: Timeless Tales from the Elgin History Museum
By Elgin History MuseumHistory
Echoes of Elgin: Timeless Tales from the Elgin History Museum episodes
- The Haegers and the Hills weren't the only Dundee retailers
You may know the Haegers or the Hills of Dundee, but this echo from May 20, 2002 will introduce you to the Halls.
4 min - Bricklayer who lead the police department with an iron hand
Listen up, this echo from November 25, 2002 will give you career advice on how to become a Police Chief....maybe.
5 min - Elgin's Holy Hill was envisioned as shopping mecca
There's a whole lotta church history in this echo from June 15, 1997.
6 min - Dad, son follow same careers with tragic results
I will be honest, Dear Listener, I don't preread the stories until the Mic is live and I did not see this one coming. March 30, 1997.
5 min - Where did the names come from?
This echo from June 8, 1997 will answer the question for St. Ed's, Kiwanis Park and the Fox River.
5 min - Trout Park subdivision outlasts its colorful history
Maybe you knew it as "Dog Town". Learn more about the Trout Park Subdivision in this echo from July 20, 1997.
4 min - Driver navigates Elgin blindfolded
On September 11, 1928 James P.Burns, and his dog Pedro drove blindfolded through downtown Elgin for 2 hours. Tune into this echo from March 16, 1997 to hear all about his amazing feat.
4 min - Peter Burritt's cottages still home to Elgin families
Do you live in a cottage built by Peter Burritt? Tune in to this echo from July 13, 1997 to find out.
4 min - Highland Ave not only prestigious, it was a family enclave
If you live on West Highland Ave, you are going to want to hear this echo from September 14, 1997.
6 min - Well-known Elgin alderman had notorious side too
Alderman Louis Schrader (1835-1919) had a side hustle, nothing wrong with that, according to this echo from September 28, 1997.
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About Echoes of Elgin: Timeless Tales from the Elgin History Museum
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A captivating podcast dedicated to unveiling the rich and diverse history of Elgin, Illinois. Each episode brings to life fascinating stories and lesser-known anecdotes from Elgin’s past. Whether…
you’re a history buff or simply curious about local heritage, this podcast offers an immersive journey into the events, people, and places that have shaped Elgin over the years.