Mid-Lakes
Agricultural Fair and Thresheree
Saturday, September 12 and Sunday, September 13 from 10 am to 4 pm
The Mid-Lakes Agricultural Fair and Thresheree is made possible by Country Visions, CP Feeds LLC, Dramm Corporation, Seehafer News, and Skana Aluminum.
Join us for a celebration of agricultural history and community. The Fair and Thresheree features all the things a 19th century and early 20th century agricultural fair would - agricultural demonstrations, exquisite handiwork and produce, historic trades, and more.
Step back in time and see the sights and steam-powered action that bring to life the stories of our heritage. Help us bring in the harvest using methods from centuries past. From vintage tractors to hands-on history, you can relive nostalgia of our agricultural roots.
From Field to Farms and Homes
Venture in and around our historic structures for ongoing activities.
Visit our historic homes, stop at Shadyside School, and see the blacksmiths sharing their trade.
Take part in living history!
Timed experiences:
11:00 am: Saw Mill Narration — Explore how lumber is
created on this third generation operated sawmill.
12:00 pm: Parade kick off.
Live Music from 1 to 3 pm on Saturday in the Nennig Dance Pavilion.
1:30 pm: Haymaking Demo—Haying is as essential as putting gas in your car. Get a first hand view of this process in the field.
3 pm: Threshing Narration and Your Turn! What is Threshing and why do we do it? Learn more about this technology with dialogue from our threshermen - Plus a chance to pitch a bundle yourself!
Enter exhibits in the Fair
The Two Creeks Town Hall will be transformed into the Exhibition Hall and the citizens of Pinecrest Village will be showing off their best work. You’re invited to do the same! Bring your best beans, flower arrangements, pies, needlework, and more.
A premium list of projects appropriate for the fair can be found below.
Drop Off of items can take place between 10 am on Thursday through Noon on Saturday (during normal business hours).
Pickup will be at the Two Creeks Town Hall from 3-5 pm on Sunday.
“Challenge the Nebraska Tests”
We will be using a newly acquired dynamometer to see if you can get you tractor up to the load it was designed to, or more if you are up to it!
This dynamometer was bulit by the A&W (now known as AW) Dynamometer Company from Colgate, Illinois. The unit was built in 1964. The unit found its way to the Landis and Hingiss IH dealership on Calument Avenue in Manitowoc. From there it had a few owners before being owned by Ian Kraemer, Whitelaw, who donated it to the Mid-Lakes Rustic Iron Club.
Additional Information
Food and beverages are available on site with Zorba's: Gyros, Burgers and More and CCs Steaks and Cakes food trucks.
Tram service will be available to assist guests with mobility needs across the grounds.
Check out these additional programs related to the Agricultural Fair and Thresheree:
General Admission
Museum Members: FREE
Consider becoming a Museum Member today to enjoy free general admission, plus other benefits and perks all year long!
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Adults: $15
Seniors (62+): $13
Youth (4 – 17): $10
Children under 4: FREE
Non-members: Reserve your tickets ahead of time for a quick and easy arrival: Purchase General Admission Tickets Online!
Historic Equipment and Demonstrations
From steam engines to tractors, and reapers to plows - they all play an important part in our history. At the Agricultural Fair, you’ll be able to see the tools that farmer’s used, but also see many of them in action.
Interested in attending as a reenactor or exhibitor? Fill out the form below!