Research Requests
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Pella Historical Museums is happy to help with your research project, whether that is genealogical, general historical, or otherwise. Please note: If you are looking for information on properties in Marion County, we recommend you start with the County Courthouse or on Beacon.
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The research fee is $10 per hour for Pella Historical Museums members or $15 per hour for non-members, and we kindly request upfront payment. The cost for any postage or copies larger than 8 1/2 x 11 inches is due upon the conclusion of research.
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To get started, please fill out the form at the button below. The Archivist will reach out in 2-3 business days.
Artifact Donations
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Pella Historical Museums strives to care for and preserve Pella’s history and Dutch heritage. To best ensure that we follow the Museum’s Mission and Vision statements, all donations are carefully considered by the Archivist, Executive Director and Assistant Director.
If you wish to donate an item, please email the Archivist at archives@pellahistorical.com with the following information:
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Type of item(s), age, origin, previous owners, condition, full names and dates of people represented, material it is made out of, size, connection to Pella history or Dutch heritage, etc.
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Attach picture(s) of the item(s). If it’s a book, include one of the title page.
We are unable to accept donations without this information shared in advance of drop-off.
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Thank you for considering the Pella Historical Museums to care for your historic items! We will respond to inquiries within 5-10 business days.