Arts Tamales have been proudly made in the Peoria area for over 75 years. They were first sold in 1932 by Art Knutsen. His wife, along with another woman, hand-made the tamales in their kitchen where Art loaded them directly into his pushcart to be sold on Peorias southside.

In Mexican culture, the making of tamales has become a centerpiece of family and community. Loved ones gather to create these delectables for special holidays as a way to spend quality time together. Here at Arts Tamales, we are proud to carry on the tradition of bringing the family together for mealtime.