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Library

The Pekin Public Library strives to fulfill the informational, educational and recreational needs of Pekin residents. Library cards are free to city residents, and the library is staffed 65 hours per week with knowledgeable employees to guide residents to the right information, book or item.

• Free educational programs for children and adults
• Public use computers with access to the Internet and word processing programs
• CDs and DVDs
• Current movie titles on DVD and videocassette
• Extensive reference collection
• Large print books
• Used book sale room
• Local history room

The Library is also undergoing an eagerly anticipated $8.5 million renovation and expansion. They plan to break ground on this project in Spring 2010.

Additional Resource Centers

If you're looking to do some historical research, Pekin has the Tazewell County Genealogical & Historical Society and the Ehrlicher Research Center, where visitors and members can view a wealth of information and records relating to the area's heritage.  You'll also find a wealth of fascinating information about the community at the Tazewell County Museum located in Sunset Plaza at 2950 Court Street, Pekin, IL  61554, 309.347.8375.