Color Elgin’s Story

Download our free coloring book and explore Elgin’s landmarks in a fun, creative way..

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Perfect for families, classrooms, and community groups.

Colorful illustration of children holding a sign that says 'Explore & Enjoy', with a bird on top and a large flower on the right.

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A mint green cloud icon with a yellow upward arrow in the center, set against a yellow circular background.
A folded map with colorful location markers and a blue river, on a yellow background.

SHARE IT Share your finished artwork on social media using #ElginIL250 or email it to us to be featured.

EXPLORE Explore these places in person, and discover the history and beauty of our community.

From historical landmarks to local favorites, each page brings Elgin’s story to life. 🖍️ Click any page to download & print.

Outline drawing of the Elgin Tower Building with decorative border and spires, featuring intricate windows and architectural details.
Outline coloring page of a public library building with trees and potted plants in front, and a sign that reads 'CALIFORNIA PUBLIC LIBRARY' on the facade.
Outline of a coloring page of The Hemmens Cultural Center with clouds, musical notes, and flowers.
Coloring page of the Elgin Planetarium and Observatory with an owl on a pole, stars, moon, and telescope observatory building.
A detailed black and white coloring page featuring elements of Walton Island, including a man fishing from a dock, a large eagle perched on a tree, a banner with the words 'Walton Island', a bridge, a flag, a gazebo, ducks, and flying birds.
Black and white outline of the White House with the words "E ningy History House Museum" on the left side.
Coloring page of a fountain labeled Riverside Promenade with decorative fence at the bottom.
Coloring page of a fire station labeled 'Fire Barn No. 5 Museum' with a brick exterior, decorative windows, a garage door, a small sign with 'No. 5', an American flag, tulips in the foreground, a flagpole, clouds, and a chimney.
Black and white line drawing of a street scene with hanging string lights, buildings, a woman with a dog on a leash, and a sign that says 'Explore Belgium' under a street sign that reads 'Grove Avenue'.
Coloring page of a historic Elgin home with detailed architecture, a chimney, a cat in a window, and the words 'Historic Elgin Homes' in the upper left corner.
Black and white coloring page featuring a celebration scene with children, a clock, and school-related items for 'Center of Education' at The Edward Shock.
Line drawing of a farm animal and wildlife scene with a lion's head, an owl on a branch, a deer with antlers, a squirrel, a pig, ducks, and a sign that reads 'Lords Park Farm Zoo'.
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Desde monumentos históricos hasta favoritos locales, cada página da vida a la historia de Elgin. 🖍️ Haz clic en cualquier página para descargarla e imprimirla.

Share Your Story or Special Family Recipe

Every family, business, and neighborhood has a story to tell - an many have a favorite recipe to share too. As we celebrate America 250, we’re collecting the memories, traditions, photos, recipes and moments that make Elgin special.

Did your grow up here? Start a business here? Have a cherished family recipe, tradition or favorite Elgin memory?

We’d love to here it!

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