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Western Minnesota Steam Threshers Reunion: Where Your Past is Our Present
If you're looking for a unique and exciting way to celebrate Labor Day weekend, look no further than the Western Minnesota Steam Threshers Reunion. This annual event is a celebration of all things threshing, steam engines, horsepower, and more. It's a chance to step back in time and experience the sights, sounds, and smells of an era gone by.
The Western Minnesota Steam Threshers Reunion has been a Labor Day tradition since 1954. It's held in Rollag, Minnesota on the grounds of the Western Minnesota Steam Thresher's Association (WMSTA). The WMSTA was founded in 1940 with the goal of preserving and promoting the history of steam-powered farming equipment.
At the reunion, you'll find an impressive collection of antique tractors, steam engines, threshing machines, sawmills, and other vintage farm equipment. You can watch demonstrations of these machines in action as they power through fields of wheat or saw logs into lumber.
One highlight of the reunion is the daily parade featuring dozens of antique tractors and steam engines. You'll also see horse-drawn wagons carrying passengers around the grounds. There are even rides available on some vintage equipment like a miniature train or carousel.
But it's not just about watching these machines in action - visitors can get hands-on experience too! There are opportunities to operate some machinery under supervision or try your hand at blacksmithing or rope-making.
In addition to all this machinery-related fun there are plenty more activities for visitors to enjoy including live music performances from local bands throughout each day; food vendors selling everything from corn dogs to homemade pie; craft vendors selling handmade goods like quilts or pottery; children’s activities such as face painting or pony rides; educational exhibits showcasing rural life during different eras throughout history.
The Western Minnesota Steam Threshers Reunion is a family-friendly event that offers something for everyone. Whether you're a history buff, a farm equipment enthusiast, or just looking for a fun way to spend Labor Day weekend, this is the place to be.
So mark your calendars and plan to attend the Western Minnesota Steam Threshers Reunion this year. It's an experience you won't soon forget!