CLAY CENTER – The Clay County Historical Society is proud to announce plans are underway for the return of the annual Old Trusty Antique and Collectors Show. With so many family – friendly activities on the schedule for this 39th event, be sure to mark your calendar for Sept. 11 -12.
The Clay Center Fairgrounds will be the host for the exhibits featuring antique tractors, equipment, cars, trucks and even military vehicles. The brand to be featured this year is the International Harvester Company. See the demonstrations of working heritage craftsman as well as the collectibles at the indoor/outdoor flea market. Some of the historical topics to be shared will be candle making, weaving, rope making and broom making. Farm exhibits will show threshing, shelling and plowing.
There will be a parade each day at 1 p.m., a quilt show at the museum, and live entertainment both days. Join in the fun of Friday’s trail ride and tractor drive. Don’t miss the draft horse and mule show Saturday morning. There is even a daily pedal pull for the kids to participate in.
The fun will begin both days at 8 a.m. Admission is to be $7 each day. Feast on the country BBQ open for lunch and dinner Saturday and Sunday after the 9 a.m. church service.
Saturday evening rock to the 50s and 60s hits performed by the Revival Band on the main stage beginning at 7 p.m. Traditional Irish, celtic, and folk music will be presented by Blue Clover Sunday at 11 a.m. For more information,