PELLA – Pella Historical Museums officially announced the candidates for the 2027 Tulip Queen and Royal Court.

Nine high school students have accepted nominations for the honor. Those students are: Lucy Carlson, Amelia Carlstone, Belle De Haan, Ella Hodgell, Emmilyn Riddick, Alice Roose, Cami Smith, Brooklyn Sorheim, and Julianne Van Gorp.

The next step in the process is for the nine candidates to prepare for the Tulip Queen’s Announcement Party, where each of them will participate in a night of interviewing and presentations before 30-36 judges. The announcement party will be held at Pella High School on Saturday, November 14, at 7:00 PM.

More information, including ticketing info can be found at the Pella Historical Museums website.