Echoes of Elgin: Timeless Tales from the Elgin History Museum
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.
Episodes
The 1932 murder of Herman Holtz was published in a national true crime magazine. Mike Alft tells you more in this echo from May 14, 2000.
Buckle up (j/k there were no seatbelts back then) and listen to this echo from April 27, 1999 when E.C. Mike Alft tells us about the start of the Elgin Road Races and the man behind them.
Just one more thing that makes Elgin unique, our collection of garabungalows. Tune into this echo from May 26, 1996 to learn about this distinctive home style and where to find one.
This echo from May 13, 2002 celebrates some of Elgin's historic homes.
Did you ever think about just how tiny the parts were inside an Elgin National Watch? Listen to this echo from August 20, 2001 to learn more.
Windows, fences and chimneys, oh my! E.C. Alft left no Elgin history topic unexplored, as evidenced by this echo from February 27, 2000.
An echo from February 20, 2000 tells of several times Elgin school kids saw an unexpected day off of classes, including the story of T.A. Larsen.
Chicago's Iroquois Theater burned on December 30, 1903. Among those in the audience were several Elginites. An echo from February 13, 2000 gives the details.
Wait. You're not afraid of rabid dogs, runaway horses and coal gas asphyxiation? Well, aren't you modern. This echo from June 24, 2002 probably won't make you anxious at all.
Daylight Savings Time is the star (or villain) of this echo from January 20, 2003.
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.
Let's hear it for the West Side! Lots of interesting info on west side gems in this echo from March 22, 2004.
Tune in to this echo from May 14, 1989 to hear about Arlene Warner's awesome week.
When you think Elgin....you should think Hawaiian Guitar Band champs! Let this echo from April 13, 1986 prove it.
June is a traditional month for weddings. This echo from June 17, 2002 describes some of Elgin's more unique weddings and marriages.
Grace Marsh Topping had an abundant life, filled with the joys of service to her church and community. Learn more in an echo from May 18, 1986.
You have 2 easy ways to learn about the old Elgin Academy, this echo from March 19, 1989 or the exhibit at the Elgin History Museum.
The Germans were one of Elgin's earliest Immigrant groups. Pour yourself an Adler Brau and listen to this echo from October 2, 1983.
Leath Furniture was once a staple Midwestern retailer, and it all began here in 1903. Pull up a recliner (only $4.95 at Leath in 1914) and learn more from this October 14, 1984 echo.
The Fox River plays a key role of Elgin's story. Tune into this echo from December 28, 1981 to hear about some of the early steamships on the Fox.
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