The New Pearl Buttons
The New Pearl Buttons perform American music of the mid to late 19th century (circa 1845-1900). The ensemble includes mandolin, singers, flute and piano and often plays historic sites in Wisconsin and Minnesota, including the Historic LeDuc Estate in Hastings, MN and several festivals. Recently the band has teamed up with author-illustrator team Dave Geister and Pat Bauer to present educational readings and programs to audiences of all ages, based on their new book B Is For Battle Cry: A Civil War Alphabet.
The “Pearl Buttons” perform with Don and Sherry Ladig (flute, vocals and piano) as a duo, or as a trio with the addition of John Wenstrom on mandolin and vocals. The group is available in 1860’s costume for all festivals and celebrations.
Contact Sherry to arrange a booking!
New Pearl Buttons Calendar
June – September 2019
- Sunday, July 14, 2019
Waldmann\'s Brewery and Wurstery425 North Smith AvenueSaint Paul,MN 55102USA
Waldmanns Sunday Brunch
Time: 1:00 pm
The New Pearl Buttons play the music of mid-19th century America and Europe in this historic 1857 saloon; the oldest such establishment still operating in Saint Paul. We're on 1-2:30 pm , dressed in period attireand playing the hits of the sixties (1860's, that is!). The homemade food and drinks are yummy and the place is welcoming and great fun. See you there!
- Sunday, July 21, 2019
Sibley House Historic Site1357 Sibley Memorial HighwayMendota,MN 55120USA
Sibley House Rendezvous Weekend
Time: 12:00 pm
Each summer the historic Sibley House in Mendota, MN holds a Voyageur's Rendezvous; a place where traders, voyageurs, and ordinary citizens got together to eat, trade, make music and merriment. Come out to hear the New Pearl Buttons play fiddle music of the 18th and early 19th centuries. Sample food, watch demonstrations, enjoy the period atmosphere. Family friendly; a small admission fee is charged. Not sure when we will start; check this site for updates. The Buttons are there on Sunday afternoon ONLY; the events overall goes Saturday & Sunday..
Sibley House Rendezvous Weekend» - Sunday, August 4, 2019
Waldmanns Brewery and Wurtery425 North Smith AvenueSaint Paul,MN 55102USA
Waldmanns Sunday Brunch with New Pearl Buttons
Time: 1:00 pm
See description of July 14th event.