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Elgin Historic District

Near downtown Elgin, Elgin, IL 60120

Historic Sites

Let history envelope you through architectural buildings

Explore rare architecture in this historic district, made up of 667 homes, that are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Don't miss the house walk in September. A self-guided house tour is avaible on the Historic Elgin website. 

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512: The Selena Experience at The Hemmens Cultural Center

The Hemmens Cultural Center •  Apr 25 @ 7:30PM

512: The Selena Experience is coming to The Hemmens Cultural Center.

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The Planets at Hemmens Cultural Center

Hemmens Cultural Center •  May 03 @ 7:30PM

The Planets conducted by Chad Goodman of the Elgin Symphony Orchestra at Hemmens Cultural Center in Elgin.

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360 ALLSTARS at The Hemmens Cultural Center

Hemmens Cultural Center •  May 18 @ 4PM

BMX, basketball, breakdancing, acrobatics, drumming and more, the international smash hit returns!

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