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 with Rosa Wells (fiddle) as a trio. The group is available in 1860’s costume for all festivals and celebrations.
Contact Sherry to arrange a booking!
New Pearl Buttons Calendar
August – July 2026
- Sunday, September 13, 2026
LeDuc Historic Estate1629 Vermillion StreetHastings,MN 55033USA
LeDuc Estate Civil War Sunday
Time: 11:30 am
Join The New Pearl Buttons for the greatest hits of the Sixties---the 1860s, that is! We'll be near the icehouse as usual, with three shows on Sunday afternoon (the event goes two days, but we're there Sunday only). We play songs and tunes beloved by Lincoln, the LeDuc family, and the people who lived through the Civil War. Great family fun for this event, all over the grounds. Modest admission charged each day.
LeDuc Estate Civil War Sunday»