Early every August, to coincide with Ernie Pyle’s birthday, the museum hosts the Ernie Pyle Firemans Festival. The event, held in conjunction with Helt Township Fire and Rescue, features a parade, car show, fish fry, readings of Pyle’s work and more. It’s also an opportunity to celebrate recognitions and honors like the 2018 proclamation designating Aug. 3 Ernie Pyle Day in Indiana. The proclamation, signed by Gov. Eric Holcomb, was read during that year’s festival.