Historical Village
Hours:
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Monday through Friday
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10:00am - 5:00pm
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Saturday
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10:00am - 4:00pm
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​Sunday
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Closed to the public
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Admission:
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Adults (19+): $12
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Students (5-18): $10
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Kids 4 & under: Free
This price includes a self-guided tour of the Historical Village only. Admission for both Historical Village and Vermeer Windmill experiences is $20 for adults; $15 for students; free for kids 4 & under.
What started as one building has grown to an 18-building complex, covering Pella's history beginning in the 1840s. Inside the Historical Village, you'll see...
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A variety of exhibits exploring Pella's Dutch heritage and history (click for more)
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Beason-Blommers Mill and Blacksmith Shop
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Log Cabin, moved piece by piece from a local farm
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Werkplaats, the place where wooden shoes are made
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Scholte Church, a replica of Dominie Scholte's first church in Pella
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Bakery, completely refurbished as a working bakery of the 1850s
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Meat and Cheese Shop, a tribute to the legacy of Pella's meat markets
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Sod House, a replica of the housing of Pella's pioneers during their early years
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...and much more! We invite you to come explore all the wonderful displays, artifacts, and exhibits that the Historical Village offers.
