The Horn Book’s Laura Ingalls Wilder

2012 Laura Days June 23-24

This year the Laura Days celebration will be held June 23-24. The theme is “School Days- Readin’, Ritin’, and Rthematic.” The theme honors the old Burr Oak school as former students  will be attending an all school reunion on June 23. The parade starts at 10:30 and will be immediately followed by a presentation in the [...]

Successful Laura Museum Fundraiser

The February Spaghetti Supper with the live Pie and Silent Auction was a HUGE success.  On Feb. 17 over one hundred and fifty people enjoyed a delightful supper and then shared with others in bidding on a variety of items.  The live pie auction every 15 minutes punctuated the evening with heightened excitment as the delicious [...]

2011 Laura Days was successful!

The 35th Laura Days was enjoyed by all the attendees.  Over 80 people rode the stagecoach around Burr Oak. The children’s games and activities held in the park were active and interactive.  Sack races were one of the favorite oldies!Each child  who wished helped make rope and took home a piece of rope long enough to [...]