Many owners of historic buildings want to fully understand the history of their property. While unlocking the past of your home can be rewarding, the task of researching and establishing the validity of information can lead you to many sources. For an overview of house research in the Elgin area, read: How to Research A House in Kane County. Resources Available from the Gail Borden Library
Elgin City Directories & Kane County Directories Elgin & Kane County Maps & Atlases Kane County Histories Elgin Histories Pictorial, Descriptive & Architectural Studies Elgin Newspapers Annual Reviews of Local Construction Pamphlet Files
Digital Past Images of Elgin Online How to Research a House in Kane County An overview of house research Elgin Newspaper and Vital Record’s Index Recommended Links
Historic Preservation on the City of Elgin’s Website Building Plaque Program from the City of Elgin Picturesque Elgin - 1902 Historic Preservation - 1920 Kane County Recorder Elgin Township Tax Assessor There Used to Be: A Look Back at Elgin’s Architectural History A website based on the publication by the Elgin Historical Society. Original book by Steven Stroud.