MADRID — The St. Lawrence Power & Equipment Museum will offer two days of hands-on history, fun, competitions, kids’ activities and more during ihe annual Spring Exhibition Saturday and Sunday, June 14-15, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The museum’s entire campus will be open both days, with every building filled with stories, artifacts, and demonstrations. Explore the Blacksmith Shop, visit Fort Tribute for live reenactments, or watch the sawmill and shingle mill in action. 

Vendors will be set up in the main pavilion, and the Attic Treasures Sale will offer unique finds all weekend long.

On Saturday, kids can take part in the Kids’ Quest scavenger hunt, ride the Cow Train, visit the petting zoo, enjoy face painting, and more. 

On Sunday, a brand-new event makes its debut: the Mölkky Yard Game, open to ages 7–16 in the Equine Building. It’s a fun and interactive way to introduce kids to this popular Finnish outdoor game.

A highlight of Sunday’s events is the chicken barbecue, starting at noon

The Women’s Skillet Toss takes place Sunday at 11 a.m., open to all women ages 15 and up. The competition is judged on the best of two throws using a real 8 lb., 9-inch skillet.  It’s free to enter, broken into five age groups, and prizes are awarded to the top throwers. 

Saturday’s action includes the Garden Tractor Pulls and Kids’ Pedal Tractor Races, while Sunday features the Antique Tractor Pulls, weather permitting, and Kids’ Pedal Tractor Pulls at 1 p.m. And don’t miss the Antique Tractor Parade on Saturday at 11 a.m.

Admission is $5 per person. Children 12 and under are free.  Only cash is accepted but an ATM will be available on-site. 

Dry camping is available for $30, which includes admission for the entire weekend. Email slpeminfo@gmail.com or call 518-521-9549 to reserve your spot. 

For more event details, visit www.slpowermuseum.com or follow the St. Lawrence Power & Equipment Museum on Facebook.