Pella residents and natives, as well as the rest of the area, are invited to celebrate Pella’s 175th birthday during the first weekend of August.

Jessi Vos with Pella Historical Society and Museums says their organization is partnering with Visit Pella and Pella Wellness Consortium to host several activities from Thursday, August 4th through Saturday, August 6th.

Additionally, Historic Pella Trust is opening the Tuttle Cabin at 608 Lincoln Street on Friday, August 5 from 1-4 and Saturday, August 6 from 10-2. Some of their Pella Preservation Board will be at the cabin to answer history questions. Tuttle is air-conditioned and free will donations are appreciated. Tuttle Cabin is the location that Dominie Scholte purchased from Thomas Tuttle for the middle of future Pella.

Festivities included below: