Pekin, County seat in Tazewell County, Illinois, United States.
Pekin extends along the Illinois River banks, encompassing 15 square miles with residential neighborhoods and commercial districts at 40.5 degrees north latitude.
The town emerged in 1824 when Jonathan Tharp built a log cabin, receiving its name in 1829 based on the belief of being geographically opposite Beijing, China.
The German immigration wave of the 1850s brought new residents who influenced local traditions, businesses, and community development throughout Tazewell County.
The city maintains 2,200 acres of public parks across 13 locations, including Mineral Springs Park with sports facilities and recreation areas for residents.
Pekin holds an annual Marigold Festival since 1973, following Senator Everett Dirksen's campaign to designate this flower as the national floral emblem.
Location: Tazewell County
Location: Peoria County
Inception: 1829
Website: http://ci.pekin.il.us
GPS coordinates: 40.56806,-89.62639
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:22
Peoria Civic Center
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Fort Crevecoeur
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Peoria Riverfront Museum
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Murray Baker Bridge
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Madison Theatre
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Glasford crater
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Bob Michel Bridge
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Powerton Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area
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Cedar Street Bridge
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Peoria City Hall
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Pettingill-Morron House
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West Bluff Historic District
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Peoria Lock and Dam
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John C. Proctor Recreation Center
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Tazewell County Courthouse
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Shade-Lohmann Bridge
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Peoria Cordage Company
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Central National Bank Building
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Peace and Harvest
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Carl Herget Mansion
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Cumberland Presbyterian Church
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Lincoln Branch Peoria Public Library
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Pekin Federal Building
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Downtown Peoria Historic District
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North Eighth Street Plaza
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