Now in its 16th season, The Elgin Opera House continues to prove that you don’t need to live in a big city to discover big talent. “There's hidden talent seeded throughout these communities.” says Terry Hale, executive director of the Elgin Opera House. “These are people who love the arts who now may have moved on to different careers and life milestones, but still love the art form of theater.” Grant funds from the Oregon Cultural Trust make the community of Elgin a more vibrant place and assis

🏡 Step inside history at the 43rd Annual Historic Elgin House Tour! On September 6 & 7, explore seven architecturally and historically significant homes on Elgin’s near west side. Enjoy guided tours in English or Spanish, learn the stories behind these turn-of-the-century treasures, and make a day of it with food options nearby and plenty to see downtown. 📅 Sat & Sun, Sept 6-7 | 9 AM – 4 PM ℹ️ More info: https://historicelginhousetour.com | City of Elgin, Illinois Government