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 Button Players Calendar
June – September 2017
- Friday, June 2, 2017
Minnesota History Center345 W. Kellogg BoulevardSaint Paul,MN 55102USA
National Donut Day at MN History Center
Time: 8:00 am
Join the Salvation Army "donut girls" and The New Pearl Buttons at the MN History Center---bright and early, 7-10 a.m.---for a free donut and coffee. The Salvation Army provided home cooking and comforts to the World War I doughboys, and on the first Friday in June it continues this century-old tradition. Pick up a donut on your way to work, listen to Kevin Kling tell WWI stories, and listen to us play the top ten hits of the day. Free and open to all,. We play about 8-9 a.m. at the History Center.
National Donut Day at MN History Center» - Saturday, June 24, 2017
Trotter\'s Cafe285 North Cleveland AvenueSaint Paul,MN 55104USA
Foodshelf Fundraiser at Trotters
Time: 6:00 pm
Dunquin plays music for dinner 6-8 pm at Trotter's Café. ALL tips go to the local food shelf that night! Eat well and help your community at the same time--enjoy yummy food and great Irish tunes!
- Friday, July 7, 2017
Historic LeDuc Estate1629 Vermillion StreetHastings ,MNUSA
Historic LeDuc Scandinavian Spirits Tasting
Time: 7:00 pm
Historic Leduc House in Hastings hosts a summer Scandinavian spirits tasting with appetizer pairings and music! Guest musicians Chris Bashor and Amy Shaw join Don and Sherry for a lively evening of good spirits and good music. Reservations required; call the Leduc estate at 651-438-8480 to save your spot.
- Friday, July 21, 2017
Alden Square Park1130 Gibbs AvenueSaint Paul,MN 55108USA
Alden Square neighborhood Potluck
Time: 6:30 pm
Dunquin plays our annual potluck gig for Alden Square neighborhood in the lovely gazebo of their park. It's a big-tent, everyone-welcome old-fashioned potluck, so bring a lawn chair, the kids, dogs, neighbors, etc. and come on down! Potluck starts around 6:30 pm; music around 7 pm. Free, but bring a dish to share, if you like.
- Sunday, July 23, 2017
Historic Sibley HouseOld Sibley Memorial HighwayMendota village,MNUSA
Sibley House Voyageur Weekend
Time: 12:00 pm
Join Dunquin at the historic Sibley House site in old Mendota village. This weekend event features the connections between Henry Sibley and the voyageurs and traders of the early 1800s in Minnesota. Dunquin is there on Sunday afternoon only (exact performance times to be decided). For full information, see website below. Modest admission charge,
Sibley House Voyageur Weekend»