Laura Ingalls Wilder Birthday Bash

Laura Ingalls Wilder would have turned 159 years old on February 7, 2026. It’s captivating to think about how young Laura might have imagined future generations of fans joyfully celebrating her birthday.  Little did she know back then that she would become a beloved children’s author or that her treasured books would become enduringly popular.

We are grateful that Laura recognized her importance in American history as a firsthand witness to the transformation of the frontier and decided to write about it. As a young girl, she and her family faced relentless challenges of travel, poverty, heartbreak, and illness; however, as an adult author reflecting on her life, Laura chose to highlight the joys, resilience, family bonds, and indomitable pioneer spirit they shared, creating a lasting story of love and strength that has resonated through generations.

As we gather to celebrate Laura’s extraordinary legacy on her birthday, what more fitting location than here in Pepin, where that spirited little pioneer girl reveled in the sprawling embrace of the Big Woods and joyfully dug her toes into the fertile, rich soil of Wisconsin—a scene that unfolded 159 years ago.

Schedule of Events – Scroll down to Purchase Admission to Ticketed Events

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 6 – AN EVENING OF STORYTELLING at HUMBLE MOON SALOON & MERCANTILE in Stockholm, WI

6:30-8:30 pm – Join us for a special evening featuring local author and historian Goran Pesic as he brings Pepin history to life through captivating stories and historical insight. (Non-Ticketed Event)  Food and drinks available for purchase

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 7 – A DAY of CELEBRATION & PIONEER TRADITIONS

Location: Laura Museum in Pepin! 306 Third Street (Hwy 35), Pepin, WI
10:00 am – 4:00 pm – The museum will be open for self-guided tours (Museum Entry Fee Required / No Entry Fee for Gift Shop Only).
2:00 – 4:00 pm – Spencerian Script Calligraphy demonstration by Debra Fisher (Non-Ticketed Event).

Location:  The Wayside Cabin at Laura’s Birthsite! GPS: N3238 County Road CC, Stockholm, WI
1:00 – 4:00 pm – Old Fashioned Activities led by local history enthusiasts, Tom & Kitty Latane (Non-Ticketed Event)

Location:  Pepin Sportsmen’s Club – W10076 Sand Ridge Road, Pepin, WI 
5:30 – 7:30 pm – Pioneer Inspired Family-Style Dinner (Ticketed Event)
7:30 – 9:30 pm – Enjoy Old Fashioned Desserts and Square Dance to the tunes of Frog Slough String Band,
complete wtih fiddle, guitar, banjo, and a dance caller! You’ll be taught square dances, circle dances and
reels, all meeting the level of experience to the room. (Ticketed Event)
Tickets may be purchased below.

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