Wyatt Earp Day
September 26 | 10am-4pm
Cost:
-
19+ $5
-
18 & under free
-
Windmill tours additional $12
-
Museum members are always free!
​​
Pella is known for its Dutch heritage, but it was also home to one of the most infamous figures of the Old West - Wyatt Earp!
Each September, Pella Historical Museums honors the life and times of Wyatt and his family with a fall celebration. Wyatt Earp Day is fun for the whole family where you can enjoy artisans sharing their crafts, tasty treats, old-fashioned music, and more!
Unearthly Tales: Triumph & Tragedy
Saturday, October 17
Tours at 4:00, 5:15, & 6:30pm
Strawtown Inn
Cost:​ Members $40, Non-members $45
​​
As autumn shadows lengthen, climb aboard the Pella Trolley for an evening among Pella’s departed. Journey through Oakwood Cemetery as we uncover the triumphs, tragedies, and darker tales of five Pella residents laid to rest within its grounds. After your journey among the headstones, return to Strawtown Inn for drinks, light bites, and a final toast to the dearly departed.
​
Space is limited. Find event details and ticket information below.
Chair Caning Class
Thursday, November 5, 5:30-8pm
Saturday, November 7, 9am-noon
Thursday, November 12, 5:30-8pm
Saturday, November 14, 9am-noon
Sterrenberg Library at the Historical Village
Cost:
-
Museum Members: $125
-
Non-members: $175
​​
Chair caning classes are back! Join us for a 4-part class series where you will learn how to cane chairs, make repairs, and overall care for caned furniture. Our instructor, Gene Newman, has decades of experience and will not only teach the art of chair caning, but also provide a hands on learning experience.
Chairs will be made available for each participant to cane during the class, but will not be available to take/keep upon completion. If a participant has a chair that they would like to cane, they may bring it with them and use for the duration of the class. Ages 16+ are welcome to sign up.
