Four people in front of an old-fashioned house with a sign that says "PENDARVIS HOUSE"

See You in Spring 2026! 

Thanks for another great season! We reopen for general admission in May 2026.

Help preserve Pendarvis! Your donation supports the conservation of this historic Cornish settlement, ensuring that its unique architecture and rich mining history continue to inspire future generations. Donate today!

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See You in Spring 2026! 

Thanks for another great season! We reopen for general admission in May 2026.

Help preserve Pendarvis! Your donation supports the conservation of this historic Cornish settlement, ensuring that its unique architecture and rich mining history continue to inspire future generations. Donate today!

DONATE TODAY

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and the Couple
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Every building tells a story, and at Pendarvis, there are plenty, each with a unique narrative to tell. Your journey through this picturesque cluster of stone and log structures will take you not only through the stories of the people who originally created and inhabited them, but also the story of Bob Neal and Edgar Hellum, the couple who salvaged, restored, and made these buildings shine again. 

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Tucked away in historic Mineral Point, Pendarvis celebrates the 20th century preservation efforts of

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Thanks to the Mineral Point Railroad Society for showing Pendarvis staff around the museum yesterday! We had a great visit learning from museum staff Matthew and Jerry about Mineral Point’s rail history. Make sure to add the museum to your list of places to visit in 2026! ... See MoreSee Less

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Thanks to the Mineral Point Railroad Society for showing Pendarvis staff around the museum yesterday! We had a great visit learning from museum staff Matthew and Jerry about Mineral Point’s rail history. Make sure to add the museum to your list of places to visit in 2026!Image attachmentImage attachment
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It was a pleasure hosting you. We look forward to ways we can support each other and share the rich history of our places and the people who made it happen!

Shake Rag Street watercolor by artist Jennifer Sharp. Available as greeting cards in the Pendarvis museum store or the online store. ... See MoreSee Less

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Shake Rag Street watercolor by artist Jennifer Sharp. Available as greeting cards in the Pendarvis museum store or the online store.
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Wow 🤩

I have some of her paintings but I don't think I've seen this one.. Very nice.

Is this gift shop open? Or closed for the season?

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