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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
- Abbott designations varied since 1932
Thousands of students have attended Abbott Middle School on the west side. As Abbott nears its end, let's talk about its beginning. School is in session; tune in to this echo from October 18, 1982.
8 min - The blushing tale of Elgin American compacts
Elgin was once the home of a renowned manufacturer of decorative make-up compacts. Learn more about Elgin American in this echo from April 24, 2005.
5 min - Pinkerton Mysteries
Allan Pinkerton, of the Pinkerton Detective Agency, has several local ties. This echo from April 25, 1999 will give you the facts, and some of the mysteries.
5 min - Lords Park Zoo is over 100 years old
The Lords Park Zoo has delighted visitors since 1895. Learn more about it's history in this echo from October 22, 1995.
6 min - The big mailer transformed our city
The David C. Cook Publishing Company had a significant impact on Elgin. An echo from May 28, 2000 tells the postal side of the story.
5 min - Sears Gallery, a highlight for art lovers
The Laura Davidson Sears Academy of Fine Arts, commonly known as the Sears Gallery, once housed an impressive art collection. Hear its history in this echo from October 29, 1995.
5 min - Trout Park a "public disgrace" in 1889
What do you think? Was Trout Park named for a person or a fish? Find out the answer, along with some colorful history of the park, in this echo from November 30, 1982.
5 min - May Happenings, Sears mowers on sale for less than $10 in 1941
Time for a report on Mays Gone By with Mike Alft; an echo from May 5, 1991.
7 min - Spring thaw in 1881 led to big flood
Remember our earlier episode on the collapsing Chicago Street bridge? This echo from April 21, 1991 gives more detail on the 1881 flood that was to blame for one of those collapses.
5 min - Laundry served Elgin before automatic washers
Handkerchiefs only 1 cent! Would you like them fluff dried or returned damp? Elgin Steam Laundry has you covered in this echo from May 25, 1997.
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About Echoes of Elgin: Timeless Tales from the Elgin History Museum
From the publisher's feed
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.