Echoes of Elgin: Timeless Tales from the Elgin History Museum

Jungle king becomes lord of Lords Park

From November 1964 to May 1968 there was an undisputed king of Lords Park.  Learn about Elgin's own lion in this echo from June 19, 2003.

Exploring the Old West Side

Let's hear it for the West Side!  Lots of interesting info on west side gems in this echo from March 22, 2004.

Elgin Watch's Fair envoy had the time of her life

Tune in to this echo from May 14, 1989 to hear about Arlene Warner's awesome week.

Elgin's steel strings played a sweet song

When you think Elgin....you should think Hawaiian Guitar Band champs! Let this echo from April 13, 1986 prove it.

Weddings: from the most bizarre to somewhat blissful

June is a traditional month for weddings.  This echo from June 17, 2002 describes some of Elgin's more unique weddings and marriages.