Visitors can step back in time at the Elgin History Museum. Located in an 1856 landmark building known as Old Main that was once part of the Elgin Academy campus, the museum brings to life Elgin’s rich heritage through permanent and changing exhibits. One of those permanent exhibits include Elgin National Watch Company, which was a major US watchmaker from 1864 to 1968. If you haven’t yet paid a visit to the museum, the clock is ticking…
Elgin History Museum is participating in Explore Elgin Area’s Stick and Stay program to celebrate serving the Elgin area for 40 years. This program allows you to win prizes when you collect 12 stickers from one of the 24 destinations participating in the program. Collect these stickers in person or digitally when you visit the attractions and submit them to the Explore Elgin Area Visitors Center to redeem your prize (as long as supplies last).
Join The Trail
To join the Stick & Stay Trail, claim your ticket through our Trail App or pick up a physical passport and destination sticker:
Main Desk at the Elgin History Museum
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