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56th Will County Threshermen's Antique Steam Engine Show

FUN for the whole family. Learn about farming past and present. We have attractions for all ages!

56th Will County Threshermen's Annual Antique Tractor, Steam Engine and Gas Show. Spiess Farm, 14151 W. Joliet Road, Manhattan, Il. Located 3 miles south of Manhattan, Il on US Rt. 52; ½ mile East of Wilton Center.

Are you looking for something new and different to do this summer? This event will quickly become a 'must do' each year with your family and friends. It's located on a real working farm.

Take a ride on the people mover, from the parking lot to different sections of the event. Horse and wagon rides on Saturday and Sunday.

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Fun for the whole family; featuring a working Steam Powered Sawmill, Tractor pulls, Threshing, Corn Shelling, Tractor Games, Harvest-Field Demonstration and Daily Parade of Power.

Included in your fun day you can check out Daily Parade of Power, Antique Cars, Flea Market and Crafters.

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Fun things for the kids; games, Pedal Tractor Pull, Magic Show, Face Painting, Petting Zoo and Farm Playground.

Mark your calendars: Thursday, July 19th – Sunday, July 22nd (9 a.m.- 5 p.m.)

Admission: Adults $7; Children under 11 - $3

Show info: 815-467-3004

Flea Market/Craft/Vendors: 708-502-8880

For more information, go to http://www.steamshow.org

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