Muscatine History & Industry Center/Pearl Button Museum

The National Pearl Button Museum, located in Muscatine, Iowa, highlights the town's historical significance as the Pearl Button Capital of the World, where over 1.5 billion mother-of-pearl buttons were produced annually in the early 1900s. The museum explores the stories of immigrant entrepreneurs, laborers, and the mussels that contributed to this thriving industry.

Dedicated to preserving the legacy of pearl button manufacturing, the museum offers insightful exhibits and tours that engage visitors with the rich history and ingenuity behind these once-ubiquitous accessories. As a non-profit organization, it relies on community support and donations to continue its mission of education and preservation.

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