Laura Ingalls Wilder Pageant

Posted by Melissa Howard Jun 17, 2008

Laura Ingalls Wilder’s fictionalized account of her childhood as presented in the series of books known as Little House on The Prairie and the television show inspired by the books is an icon of American history and literature. Every year in Walnut Grove, Minnesota the community gathers to celebrate the television series (which supposedly takes place in Walnut Grove), the books, and the life of one of America’s most famous pioneers, Laura Ingalls Wilder.

The location of the dugout described in the book On The Banks of Plum Creek can still be visited. A museum that celebrates both the books and the television series is located in Walnut Grove. It features historical buildings, some items from Laura’s life, and memorabilia from the stars of the television series. Every year the Wilder Pageant is celebrated in Walnut Grove. During the extravaganza there are performances of pageant that reflects Laura’s life in Walnut Grove.

If you have young children who love the stories or if you yourself love these timeless classics, pen the pageant in on your calendar: July 11-12, 18-19, 25-26, 2008; Performances at 9:00 pm. Call for tickets 888-859-3102