VPM Purses in Paradise
First Annual Fundraiser - August 29, 2026
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Event Description
This 5K Run / 1.5M walk goes through the historic Diversatech campus (signup below). ALL proceeds support the Virtual Purse Museum. The Vintage Purse Museum, NFP exists to provide workforce development, job training, and employment opportunities for adults with disabilities while enriching the community through history, creativity, and inclusive cultural experiences.
This fun, flat run / walk is part of the Vintage Purse Museum's annual Luau Marketplace (no purchase necessary). It includes a historic architecture route, live Ukulele music, artwork by Museum employees & volunteers, the museum open house, plus sponsor tents, marketplace, and food trucks. Come join us, have some fun, and help support this important mission.
Registration also includes the following:
FAQ
Q: Is there a cost for admission?
A: No
Q: Can I pay & sign up to run 5K the day of race?
A: Yes
Q: What is cost for people with disabilities to walk?
A: None
Q: Are walkers getting their own sponsors
A: Yes, and the sheet is on our website (https://www.vintagepursemuseum.org/pursesinparadise)
Q: Will there be antique cars?
A: Yes. Due to flooding in Highland, IN. we will only have a few from Crete and one from Crosswell Ford of Manteno our sponsor. Can you bring yours: yes
Q: What time does Luau start?
A: Race starts at 10am; party after.
Q: Do I have to dress for a luau?
A: No, we have plenty for sale.
Q: Fun?
A: YES
Q: Good cause?
A: YES
Q: Is Museum admission free?
A: YES
Q: Can I dance?
A: YES
Q: Desserts?
A: YES
Q: Jugglers?
A: YES
Q: Fire performer?
A: YES
Q: Can I wear a coconut bra?
A: YES and NO
Thank you for your interest in our Fundraiser and your support