For Laura Ingalls Wilder fans, there is nothing quite like going to the scene of the story. Every year—roughly May to October—thousands of fans descend upon the Midwestern spots the Ingalls family called home in Minnesota and South Dakota. Crowds are thick, particularly in July, when local actors perform Little House-based pageants—outdoor plays—based on the…
Your Stories
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Little House on the Prairie Inspired Photo Shoot by Danielle Pousette
Today’s featured fan is photographer Danielle Pousette who shares with us a little throwback to Laura Ingalls Wilder through her inspired photo shoot. Q: What inspired you to do this photo shoot? I was inspired to do the photo shoot because my daughter and her friend are both at an age where they are really…
Andover Sewing Project Contest + Craftsy Quilt Kit Winner 2016
Andover Fabrics launched a big sewing contest in 2016! They wanted to see what you’ve been creating with the Little House on the Prairie™ collection of fabrics. Many of the fabrics have been sold out and are no longer available. Who Won the 2016 Craftsy Quilt Kit Giveaway? We are so glad you asked….
20 #LittleHouseMoment Shares from our Friends
When we launched the Little House on the Prairie® Andover Fabrics giveaway and created our Instagram account, people began sharing their everyday, heart-warming moments with us using the hashtag #LittleHouseMoment. Now, we’d like to share with you 20 #LittleHouseMoment shares that we absolutely loved. There were so many special moments to pick from! Scroll through…
Interview with Judith Helton – Laura Ingalls Wilder Performer
When Judith Helton goes to work she literally steps into the past. Since 1976 she has written, costumed, and performed four one-woman shows, each relating to an actual historic figure. Her performances now number in the thousands for student and adult audiences. Judith is on the roster of the Music Center on Tour and the…
Searching for Charles Ingalls in Cuba, New York
Today we are intrigued to hear from Nancy McCabe about her experience exploring Cuba, New York, the birthplace of Charles Ingalls. Hear her interesting stories and tid bits of information about Pa’s first home below. In Cuba, New York, the birthplace of Charles Ingalls, my daughter and I read excerpts from Little House in the…