Old Threshers Descriptions

• NEW FOR 2023 - THE CALVACADE OF POWER OF THE MIDWEST OLD THRESHERS REUNION. This DVD is the complete taping of the 2023 Cavalcade of Power which includes horses, antique cars and trucks, antique tractors, steam engines and garden tractors. (Running time: Approximately 2 hrs. and 30 minutes 2023.)

• REUNION FAVORITES – Reunion guests have indicated what their favorite part of the Old Threshers Reunion and this DVD highlights the people’s choices. Included are such events and activities as the steam engines, the Midwest Railway, the Log Village, the campgrounds, trolleys, the spark show and horse demonstrations, the gunslingers show and saloon show, Professor Farquar, the sawmill, parts of the Cavalcade of Power and much, much more. (Running Time: 1 hr. 58 min.)

• A VIDEO SCRAPBOOK OF THE 2019 MIDWEST OLD SETTLERS AND THRESHERS REUNION This DVD showcases many of the activities and events which took place at the Reunion. Working exhibits including steam engines, tractors, horses, antique trucks and cars, stationary steam engines, gas engines, trolleys and trains are shown in this video. You will also see musical entertainment, activities at the Log Village and a gun fight in Snipe Run. (Approximate running time: 90 minutes-2019)

• SIGHTS & SOUNDS. Relive the Sights & Sounds of the 2017 Midwest Old Threshers Reunion. Take a tour with us around the grounds and you will hear and see steam engines, tractors, trains, trolleys, stationary engines, antique cars and gas engines. You'll also enjoy sights and sounds at the Log Village, North Village and carousel. (Running time: 1 hr. 40 minutes-2017)

• THE PIOWER OF STEAM Learn why the Midwest Old Threshers Reunion has been dubbed “The Greatest Steam Show on Earth. Featuring all areas steam is showcase as the Reunion including the steam traction engines, the stationary steam engines, a working machine shop, a steam-powered printing press, the Stanley Steam car, the steam-powered carousel and the steam train locomotives. (Running time: 1 hr. 30 minutes-2014)

• THE ANTIQUE MARVELS OF THE OLD THRESHERS REUNION: GAS ENGINES Explore the hundreds of gas engines on display during the 2011 Midwest Old Threshers Reunion. This DVD features a tour of the gas engine area, interviews with owners and many engines running and working. (Running time: 1 hr. 35 minutes-2011)

•THE ANTIQUE MARVELS OF THE OLD THRESHERS REUNION: STEAM TRACTION ENGINES Steam traction engines played a major role in the advancement of technology on the American farm during the mid-1800s and early twentieth century. The use of steam to provide power on the American farm helped in the transition between horse power and later gas powered engines and tractors. The steam traction engine allowed the American farmer to plow, thresh, and harvest the American farmland in a more efficient manner. Additionally, the steam traction engine provided needed power for saw mills, balers, road graders and for means of a portable power source. In all, there were well over 30 companies manufacturing steam traction engines, each with unique designs but all with the same purpose, to make life more productive for the American farmer.This program shows the many different types of steam traction engines which are on display at the Midwest Old Threshers Reunion. In this program, you can learn now a steam engine operates, watch a spark show, a steam engine pull and learn from the engineers. Examples of how steam power was used on the American farm are demonstrated, such as threshing, running saw and sorghum mills, baling, running veneer and shingle mills and many other activities undertaken by the steam traction engine. (Running time: 1 hr. 20 minutes-2010)

• THE HISTORY OF FARMING AS PRESERVED AND DEMONSTRATED AT THE MIDWEST OLD THRESHERS REUNION The Midwest Old Threshers Reunion is first and foremost an event which preserves the history of American agriculture. This program shows the many events and displays which illustrate the history of American farming. Activities such as steam and tractor threshing, plowing, saw mills, the role of women on the farm, the implementation of electricity and so many other displays and activities are highlighted in the program. (87 minutes -1999)

• THE HISTORY OF OLD THRESHERS VOLUME II. During the time period of 1989 to 2010, the Midwest Old Settlers and Threshers Reunion has grown with the addition of a steam-powered carousel and carousel pavilion, added interpretive exhibits such as the recently completed Steam Traction Engine display, restored buildings in the Log Village, the addition of the Wright Family Pavilion, record-numbers of antique tractor exhibitors and many new activities such as the "Drive a Tractor" exhibit. This DVD is volume two of the History of the Midwest Old Settlers and Threshers Reunion and is the updated companion to the earlier DVD. (Running Time: 55 minutes-2010)

• A 40-YEAR HISTORY OF THE OLD THRESHERS REUNION Learn of the history of what has become one of the top 100 attractions in the United States. This program shows rare photographs and film footage from the early years of the Reunion. (80 minutes - 1990)

• STORIES, FOLKLORE, FACTS, YARNS, ANECDOTES, MYTHS AND OTHER TALL TALES OF THE MIDWEST OLD THRESHERS REUNION. - This program presents some of the tales, myths, anecdotes, and humorous stories about the Midwest Old Threshers Reunion as told by those who attend the reunion. What pranks are played by those who operate equipment at the reunion? What is the real attendance of the Old Threshers reunion? Is it true that alcohol is not allowed at the Reunion? Many interesting and sometimes questionable facts are presented. (70 minutes - 1996)

• THE STEAM TRACTION ENGINES, PT. 1. Over 100 steam traction engines are on display and in operation at the Reunion. This program features stories and memories from steam engine operators. (58 minutes - 1987)

• THE STEAM TRACTION ENGINES, PT. 2 This tape provides a brief history and description of the many types of steam traction engines which are operating and on display. Engines are shown performing many tasks, such as running saw mills, threshing, baling, running a veneer mill, and much more. (70 minutes - 1993)

• THE STATIONARY ENGINE POWERHOUSE OF THE MIDWEST OLD SETTLERS AND THRESHERS REUNION. The Stationary Steam exhibits at the Old Threshers Reunion are quickly becoming one of the major attractions. This program gives a view of the exhibits including an explanation of the many types and uses these engines played in the development of power sources throughout the United States. (55 minutes - 1992)

• THE ANTIQUE TRACTORS OF THE MIDWEST OLD THRESHERS REUNION, PT. 2 Take a stroll down the aisles of the fastest-growing exhibit area at the Old Threshers Reunion, the antique tractor area. Learn interesting facts about these unique tractors and watch your favorite tractor at the saw mill, plowing, baling, threshing, and running the veneer mill or baker fan. In addition, this tape shows the tractors participating in the very popular antique tractor pull. (65 minutes - 1997)

• HORSE POWER AT THE REUNION. - Horses have provided power for farm operations for many years. This tape shows many beautiful horses as they perform the tasks that have been required of them throughout the years including threshing, baling, powering the sorghum mill and plowing and many other activities. (75 minutes - 1994)

• THE MIDWEST ELECTRIC RAILWAY. Ride along with the volunteers and passengers of the Old Threshers trolleys and experience a mode of transportation of the past. (55 minutes - 1991)

• THE LOG VILLAGE OF THE MIDWEST OLD SETTLERS AND THRESHERS REUNION. This program provides a detailed look at the many activities and events which occur at the Log Village on the Old Threshers grounds. This program provides a truly unique and authentic look at life as it was in the Midwest during the mid-1800's. (55 minutes - 1990)

• ANTIQUE CARS OF THE MIDWEST OLD SETTLERS AND THRESHERS REUNION. - This program presents a view of the many antique cars on display at the Reunion. Enjoy the beauty of the cars as they parade in the Cavalcade of Power and are displayed in the antique car and truck building. An added feature of this tape, is a Model T being assembled from scratch in less than 18 minutes. (60 minutes-1991)