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e’ve compiled a list of the top 10 reasons to live in Elgin, including downtown Elgin, things to do in Elgin, the art scene, local restaurants, biking accessibility and more.
Special events
The city of Elgin’s commitment to quality of life for its residents is supported by a comprehensive yearly calendar of special events. In addition to programs available through the Edward Schock Centre of Elgin, public events also
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include the Fourth of July Fireworks, free concerts in Wing Park, free movies in Festival Park, National Night Out and Elgin Short Film Festival, among others. Check out a full list of Elgin events at www.ExploreElginArea.com.
Attractions
There’s no shortage of things to do or see in Elgin. History buffs can explore the Elgin Area History Museum and Elgin Public Museum to learn all about the history, the people and the places who made Elgin, Elgin! Nature lover? Hawthorne Hills Nature Center offers a picturesque 67-acre natural area. Love to read? One of Elgin’s most popular attractions is the award-winning Gail Borden Public Library. The main branch’s more than 150,000 square feet of space offers more than 530,000 books and digital assets, meeting and community rooms, a teen center and hundreds of educational programs annually.
