Newell Pioneer Village

12/08/2024

The candlelight tour event was gorgeous! We love seeing the kids enjoy the crafts and stories while the adults enjoy the history and chatting with our living history reenactors 🎄
If you missed this event you have one last opportunity to see our museums while they are all dressed up for the holidays! Next weekend we have our Yuletide teas and we still have some tickets available. We hope to see you there!!

Big thank you to all who volunteered their time to create such a wonderful event.

12/03/2024

Join us this coming Saturday, December 7th, for our annual Candlelight Tour . Enter at the log cabin, the entrance fees are $7 adults, $6 seniors, $3.00 children. Pick up your candle, then let the children make a gingerbread house and corn husk doll. Listen to stories told by our Mountain men. Christmas music, spiced cider and cookies may be enjoyed by all. Let the children string popcorn and cranberries in the school house. It's a lot of old fashioned holiday fun!

Open from 3:30 pm to 6 pm.

11/15/2024

Don’t Miss the Harvest Dinner – Last Weekend to Reserve!

Step back in time and experience the warmth of an 1800s feast at our Harvest Dinner. Gather around the table for a hearty Thanksgiving-inspired meal, just as families might have done over a century ago. Enjoy the rustic charm of our historic cabin museum, and let the sounds of live music transport you to a simpler era.

This is the final weekend to reserve your spot! Seats are limited, so don’t wait – make your reservations today and savor a meal steeped in history and tradition.

You can buy tickets at: https://newellpioneervillage.ticketspice.com/harvest-dinner

For more questions please contact us at [email protected]

10/20/2024

We had an amazing time on yesterday's Spooky History Tour! 👻✨ Thanks to everyone who joined us for an unforgettable evening of eerie tales and hidden history. Your energy made it so much fun! 😱💀 Can't wait to do it again next weekend!

🚨 Heads up! There are ONLY 3 tickets left for the exclusive VIP tour this Saturday at 10 PM! Don’t miss your chance to experience the paranormal activity with a special behind-the-scenes look. Get your tickets before they’re gone! 👀🔦

10/07/2024

We at the Village would like to thank everyone for their enthusiasm for our newest events, The Spooky History Tour and VIP Paranormal Experience , coming up the end of this month! Our tours on October 19th are completely sold out!

We do still have a very few tours still available on October 26th. So if you were thinking of coming, don't wait. Get your tickets now! See you there....

09/15/2024

A Huge Thank You for Making the Village Faire a Blast!

Wow, what a day! A big shout-out to everyone who came out to the Village Faire at Newell Pioneer Village. You all made it so much fun with your energy, smiles, and great company.

We hope you enjoyed the festivities, the activities, and maybe even a few tasty treats. Your support means the world to us, and we can't wait to see you at our next event!

Extra big thanks to all of the volunteers who made this event such a success!!

09/14/2024

We're getting all set up and ready for our Village Faire!
Join us for our free family friendly event from 11:00 - 3:00 🐴

09/12/2024

✨ Join Us for The Village Faire at Newell Pioneer Village! ✨

Looking for a fun and educational outing for the whole family? Don’t miss our FREE Village Faire! Step back in time to the 1800s with hands-on activities like candle dipping and writing with quill pens. Kids will love exploring history in a way that’s both fun and interactive! 🕯️✍️

There will also be a variety of vendors to browse, hot dog lunches available for purchase, and a pie-eating contest. Come enjoy a day full of history, shopping, and tasty treats!

📅 Date: September 14th 🕒 Time: 11 - 3 📍 Location: Newell Pioneer Village

Bring your family and friends for a delightful day of history and community spirit! See you there! 😊

08/26/2024

Details-
Date: October 19th and October 26th
Time:
✨Spooky History Tour 6:00 pm and 8:00 pm
👻Ghost Seekers: VIP paranormal experience 10:00 pm
Tickets:

Spooky History Tour tickets: https://newellpioneervillage.ticketspice.com/spooky-history-tour

Ghost Seekers: VIP Paranormal Experience: https://newellpioneervillage.ticketspice.com/ghost-seekers-vip-paranormal-experience

As the sun sets over Newell Pioneer Village, we find ourselves on the edge of history and the supernatural. We’ll delve into the rich tapestry of the 1800s that shaped this land and unravel the eerie tales that echo through these historic buildings. Keep your senses sharp; you might just catch a glimpse of the past—or something far more spectral—during our ghostly adventure.

There are two different events to choose from:

The first is the Spooky History Tour.

This ghost walk offers a unique blend of history and mystery, guiding you through the museum's most intriguing and spooky sites. a spine tingling journey led by our guides who will share ghostly legends and historical anecdotes. Hear all about the paranormal phenomena reported at the museum and watch our ghost hunting equipment to see if anyone comes to say hello.

This would be a perfect date night or friends night out activity for anyone who enjoys a few thrills and chills!
https://newellpioneervillage.ticketspice.com/spooky-history-tour

The second is the Ghost Seekers: VIP Paranormal Experience. (Recommended 16+)

This is an exclusive paranormal adventure that offers an immersive dive into who has been, and who might still be, living in the Newell house museum.
You will get to use state-of-the-art ghost hunting equipment, enter parts of the museum that is normally closed to the public, and get more in-depth stories and historical insights.

This experience would be perfect for anyone who has wanted to try out being a paranormal investigator!
https://newellpioneervillage.ticketspice.com/ghost-seekers-vip-paranormal-experience

RESERVATIONS REQUIRED
TICKETS LIMITED

‼️Please make sure you are choosing the correct date and time when you buy your ticket. We have a specific number of tickets per time slot.

REFUND POLICY:
We are selling tickets through ticketspice. They offer payment protection that helps to get you your money back if you can't make it and have to cancel. We highly recommend that if you are questioning being able to get to the event at all. Refunds can ONLY be done through ticketspice. If you have any questions on how refunds are issued, please check out ticketspice's refund policy on their website.

Get Tickets for Spooky History Tour.

08/25/2024

One of our most beloved Docents here at the NPV was recognized by the Woodburn newspaper for being such a wonderful member of the community!

From helping a neighbor to preserving history, Sara Buckingham meets the challenge

08/18/2024

📣Introducing the winners of the 2024 Chili Cook-off!!!

🥉 In third place Christina Sutton Leder !!! Great work Christina 👏🏻

🥈In second place Judy A Van Atta !!! Delicious 😋

🥇In first place Jan Burrows !!! CONGRATULATIONS 🎉 Your chili is the talk of the town right now 🎉

Thank you to all of our chili contestants!! They were all delicious 🤤

08/18/2024

🚗🌶️What an incredible day at the Car rally and chili cook-off here at Newell!!! This fundraiser got the museum one step closer to completing our cabin project.🌶️🚗

Yesterday was a blast seeing the awesome vintage cars, tasting delicious chili, and celebrating community spirit. It was amazing seeing the antique vehicles drive in like a rolling piece of history and a testament to automotive craftsmanship.

A huge shout out to our chili chefs- your culinary skills were truly on display! 👩🏻‍🍳🌶️ Congratulations to our chili cook-off winner, Jan Burrows, whose spicy bourbon creation had everyone talking! 🏆

And let's not forget the raffle! 🎟️ There were some fantastic prizes up for grabs, and the excitement was palpable when a winner was called. Thanks to everyone who participated, the chapters who donated baskets and made the day so special.

A big thank you to everyone who came out and supported the event, the volunteers who did an incredible job running the event, and all the sponsors who made it possible. Your enthusiasm and support are what make these events such a success!

Here's to more fun gatherings and community events in the future! 🗓️👏🏻

08/11/2024

This Saturday is our Car Rally & Chili Cook-Off! We are looking forward to checking out all of the cool cars that will be there. The Model T, often hailed as the car that put America on wheels, has some fascinating history. Here are three things we have learned:

1. *Mass Production Revolution*: The Model T was the first car to be mass-produced using assembly line techniques. This innovation, pioneered by Henry Ford, drastically reduced production costs and made automobiles affordable for the average person. The price of a Model T dropped from $850 in 1908 to under $300 by 1925 due to these efficiencies.

2. The “Engine” Behind It: The Model T’s engine was so simple and rugged that it was often said to run on almost anything. Henry Ford famously joked that the car could run on a mix of ethanol or even gas made from potatoes! While this was more hyperbole than practical advice, the car's engine was indeed robust and flexible, contributing to the Model T’s reputation for being a tough and dependable workhorse.

3. It Had a Built-In "Fun" Feature: The Model T’s dashboard included a switch that could operate a “clearing” feature for the exhaust system. If you wanted to clear out any accumulated carbon deposits, you could press the switch to create a little puff of smoke. Some drivers, having a sense of humor about their car's quirks, used this feature to amuse their friends or to make their presence known in a somewhat theatrical fashion!

08/03/2024

Another gorgeous wedding day here at Newell Pioneer Village 💞
Congratulations!!