Downtown Elgin Historic Commercial District Tour
Downtown, Elgin, IL 60120
Historic Sites
Situated in Elgin's historical downtown are numerous architectural and historical sights. Take the tour at your own leisure by car or foot with informative audio for each stop.
Founded in 1836, the City of Elgin has had decades of history shape it. Starting off as a small river town to today, a bustling hub of business, art and recreation with over 115,000 residents.
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Experience Artrageous at the Elgin Community College Arts Center
Elgin Community College Arts Center • Sep 26 @ 7:30PM
Let your imagination run wild during the Artrageous show at the Elgin Community College Arts Center.
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Downtown Elgin Market
S. Riverside Drive, Elgin • May 23 – Oct 10 @ 3PM
A seasonal open-air farmers market in downtown Elgin that hosts a variety of local produce and handmade goods.
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Bluff City Cemetery Walk in Elgin
Bluff City Cemetery • Sep 27 – Sep 28 @ 3PM
Visitors will be guided on a tour that showcases gravesites of former residents portrayed by actors in period costumes.
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Let history envelope you through architectural buildings
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