PICTURE-PERFECT PELLA! AMERICA'S BEST-KEPT SMALL TOWN SECRET?

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  • @jayharper2252
    @jayharper2252 2 роки тому +13

    You can see the pride in that clean little town. Love the fact that they'll never allow people to tear down the history of the town. Great story

    • @HistoryMysteryMan
      @HistoryMysteryMan  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks again, Jay...always appreciated. It really is an awesome little town. HMM

    • @CathyHaustein
      @CathyHaustein 2 роки тому

      I live here and they tear down houses and historic structures all the time.

    • @CathyHaustein
      @CathyHaustein 2 роки тому

      No one would tear down a Union statue because it doesn't represent racism. But Kim who you say is a wonderful gal made a mildly racist ad which would have caused the town founder to cry.

    • @HistoryMysteryMan
      @HistoryMysteryMan  2 роки тому

      @@CathyHaustein That was the point of the video...that Shawn is working hard to preserve historic structures. What are you doing to preserve the history in Pella?

    • @CathyHaustein
      @CathyHaustein 2 роки тому +1

      @@HistoryMysteryMan I'm on the Planning and Zoning Commission and support the Pella Historic Trust. But sometimes, the zoning isn't enough to preserve old structures which is sad.

  • @darrenbould2776
    @darrenbould2776 2 роки тому +14

    Stayed in Pella last time I came across from Australia for the Knoxville Nationals. It is such a beautiful friendly town.

    • @HistoryMysteryMan
      @HistoryMysteryMan  2 роки тому +2

      Awesome. If I'm going to the Nationals, I want to stay in Pella! HMM

  • @rogerozdarski2935
    @rogerozdarski2935 2 роки тому +3

    HMM you done it again. What a peice of heaven!
    Everything about that town is perfect.
    I think I've found the place I want to go and live.
    I love small towns like you do.
    I don't think you can find a better one then Pella .
    Thank you!

    • @HistoryMysteryMan
      @HistoryMysteryMan  2 роки тому +1

      You're welcome Roger. I could definitely live in Pella. For the people already there fortunate enough to own real estate, thank your lucky stars. Merry Christmas my friend...HMM

    • @rogerozdarski2935
      @rogerozdarski2935 2 роки тому +1

      @@HistoryMysteryMan Merry Christmas to you and a Happy and Safe New Year!

  • @joeramsey3865
    @joeramsey3865 2 роки тому +5

    I grew up in pella many years ago. It was great seeing how not much has changed in the town since I was there

    • @HistoryMysteryMan
      @HistoryMysteryMan  2 роки тому

      Beautiful town...what a great place to grow up; thanks for watching...HMM

  • @jeffp3415
    @jeffp3415 2 роки тому +4

    Thank you for coming to Pella! We live in a smaller town nearby, but we love Pella and you did a great job sharing it here.

    • @HistoryMysteryMan
      @HistoryMysteryMan  2 роки тому +2

      Thanks...so appreciated. If only I could get Pella to watch it! HMM

    • @valeriebonnett9793
      @valeriebonnett9793 2 роки тому +1

      @@HistoryMysteryMan I live in Pella and am watching it. Thanks for doing such a great job on the video.

    • @HistoryMysteryMan
      @HistoryMysteryMan  2 роки тому +1

      ​@@valeriebonnett9793 Thanks Valerie...I appreciate you! #PellaRocks HMM

  • @Kevv554
    @Kevv554 4 місяці тому +1

    Thanks Don! It was great to Learn about Pella.

    • @HistoryMysteryMan
      @HistoryMysteryMan  4 місяці тому +1

      Of course! Pella is one awesome little town...thanks! HMM

  • @100percentnonofyourbiz
    @100percentnonofyourbiz 3 місяці тому +1

    Leuke video, groeten uit Den Helder, Noord-Holland, The Netherlands! Goed om Nederlandse dingen bewaard te zien in Amerika. (Nice video, good to see Dutch things preserved in America.)

    • @HistoryMysteryMan
      @HistoryMysteryMan  3 місяці тому

      Thanks...where are you from? HMM

    • @100percentnonofyourbiz
      @100percentnonofyourbiz 3 місяці тому +1

      @@HistoryMysteryMan Den Helder, Netherlands... :)

    • @HistoryMysteryMan
      @HistoryMysteryMan  3 місяці тому

      @@100percentnonofyourbiz Thanks for reaching out...so interesting to hear from you...all the way from the Netherlands.

  • @FastKiwiBoss
    @FastKiwiBoss 2 роки тому +1

    Shawn gave you the full red carpet tour there Don, us two Kiwis had to fend for ourselves(ha ha) but what a great little town Pella is, so awesum and you've made it world famous now. Thanks for the plug at the end. Regards Dale

    • @HistoryMysteryMan
      @HistoryMysteryMan  2 роки тому +1

      I have to admit...I had the best tour guide in town. Great to meet you there. Hope you're enjoying summer time in NZ. Merry Christmas...HMM

  • @beberle9641
    @beberle9641 2 роки тому +1

    God Speed to your friend Dr. Hunter. Thanks for this super video HMM. Happy Holidays Brian

    • @HistoryMysteryMan
      @HistoryMysteryMan  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks Brian...Merry Christmas to you and yours...

    • @beberle9641
      @beberle9641 2 роки тому +1

      Thanks Don see you on your next video 👀

  • @jamescbliss2225
    @jamescbliss2225 Рік тому +2

    Beautiful town

  • @robertschildt306
    @robertschildt306 2 роки тому +2

    Man I just love these little town and people who take pride in what they have and where they live!

    • @HistoryMysteryMan
      @HistoryMysteryMan  2 роки тому +1

      Me too; it's what small town America is all about. Thanks Robert...HMM

  • @brcisna
    @brcisna 2 роки тому +1

    Nice info from Pella Iowa, HMM.. Thank You for the ride along. Neat as a pin.

  • @hume1963
    @hume1963 2 роки тому +1

    Beautiful city and thanks for the video.

  • @robertayers9424
    @robertayers9424 2 роки тому +1

    Beautiful town and close to Knoxville. I may have to do some thinking. Being from northern Minnesota, I think I've experienced enough winter.
    Thanks again for the entertainment! My wish for you is, good health, good friends and good journeys! Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

    • @HistoryMysteryMan
      @HistoryMysteryMan  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks again, Robert; I'll take all those wishes and send them right back. I appreciate all your continual support. Merry Christmas my friend...HMM

    • @uhm6577
      @uhm6577 Рік тому +1

      I grew up close to Pella. I went to school in Pella... Trust me, that's not far enough South to avoid winter. :)

  • @ronstewart9792
    @ronstewart9792 2 роки тому +1

    Awesome video. What a beautiful town, Ron

    • @HistoryMysteryMan
      @HistoryMysteryMan  2 роки тому

      Pella is super sweet...amazing! Thanks again, Ron...HMM

  • @wideslammer
    @wideslammer 2 роки тому +1

    In your first video from Pella I mentioned that my wife and I have always stayed in Des Moines when going to Iowa Speedway. Thanks to you, that has changed for our next visit to Iowa. After seeing this video, my wife is adamant that we need to get to Pella whether we're going to see the races or not.

    • @HistoryMysteryMan
      @HistoryMysteryMan  2 роки тому

      Man I love that! You guys won't be disappointed...you'll love it. Thanks for watching! HMM

  • @kenvandevoort7820
    @kenvandevoort7820 Рік тому +2

    Changed a lot since I was a kid when we had two dime stores, five hardware stores and no Dutch fronts. However, you could hear Dutch conversations on the sidewalk uptown. A lot of the houses on my paper route have disappeared.

    • @HistoryMysteryMan
      @HistoryMysteryMan  Рік тому

      Interesting perspective...Sorry to hear about all those disappearing houses. It really is a beautiful little town...still. thanks for watching...HMM

  • @slopokechannel3821
    @slopokechannel3821 2 роки тому +2

    Hallo from Holland 🇳🇱 Michigan 🌷🌷🌷

  • @tomfuller7401
    @tomfuller7401 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks Don for the tour of Pella. There is sure a lot to take in if you visit there. On my next trip thru Iowa, I will sure plan to stop there and take in the sights. Did you get time to stop in and visit some of the local businesses ?

    • @HistoryMysteryMan
      @HistoryMysteryMan  2 роки тому

      You're welcome Tom; thanks for watching. Yes I did go in and visit with some of the local business...bought a dress shirt at Franklin's, bought a pizza at George's Pizza, bought some donuts at Jaarsma's and ate dinner at the brewery shown in the video. HMM

  • @SidLaw500
    @SidLaw500 Рік тому +1

    Drove around Pella a week ago...very impressive town.

    • @HistoryMysteryMan
      @HistoryMysteryMan  Рік тому

      Ain't it the prettiest?! Thanks for taking the time to watch...HMM

  • @cL-nr8ks
    @cL-nr8ks Рік тому +1

    I think you would like the Amana Colonies! A lot of history there as well.

    • @HistoryMysteryMan
      @HistoryMysteryMan  Рік тому

      Thanks for sharing that with me...I shall check out the Amana Colonies! HMM

  • @MarkHansen1990
    @MarkHansen1990 2 роки тому +1

    Reminds me of Holland Michigan looks like a great place to live and work.

    • @HistoryMysteryMan
      @HistoryMysteryMan  2 роки тому

      Interesting comparison. I'm close enough to Holland; I need to get over there and check it out. Thanks Mark...HMM

    • @CathyHaustein
      @CathyHaustein 2 роки тому +1

      @@HistoryMysteryMan I was born there and now live in Pella. I'd be interested to know your comparison.

    • @HistoryMysteryMan
      @HistoryMysteryMan  2 роки тому

      @@CathyHaustein Comparison? Comparison to what?

    • @HistoryMysteryMan
      @HistoryMysteryMan  2 роки тому

      @@CathyHaustein Not sure if my first reply came through -- I don't see it here -- but I don't understand your question regarding my "comparison"... thanks.

  • @MrHulsi
    @MrHulsi Рік тому +1

    8:25 very dutch :)

  • @hume1963
    @hume1963 2 роки тому +1

    What state?

  • @rjust2297
    @rjust2297 2 роки тому +1

    Used to work with a girl named Laura Pella.

  • @새로운세상-y5n
    @새로운세상-y5n 8 місяців тому

    내 아들이 살고있는곳을 보여줘서 고맙습니다.
    Vermeer는 내 아들이 다니고있는 회사입니다.

  • @jdracer111
    @jdracer111 2 роки тому +1

    The best Ring Bologna made by PELLA BOLOGNA and ULRICH RING BOLOGNA and Meat market. Whatever it costs per ring I pay it.

    • @HistoryMysteryMan
      @HistoryMysteryMan  2 роки тому

      Wise man. And I don't mind paying a little more for anything if Pella is the backdrop. Thanks for watching...HMM