The
U.P. Steam and Gas Engine Association was founded in 1976 as
a Non-Profit Corporation dedicated to the preservation, restoration
and enjoyment of early steam engines, gasoline engines, tractors
and associated equipment.
We believe that these fine machines of the past are as much a part of the American
heritage as the hardy men and women who used them in forging this grand nation.
It is lamentable that the passage of time, the ravages of the elements and
simple ignorance has all but destroyed many of these implements. It is our
on going resolve to save this equipment for present and future generations.
The
Association is one of over 400 such groups in the world
today. Members of different organizations are restoring and
exhibiting
old gas engines and tractors throughput the United States
and Canada and even as far away as England and Australia.
Each
year, the Association sponsors an exposition of early agriculture
equipment. Every Labor Day weekend, exhibitors gather to display
and operate these implements and-at least for a few hours-both
machine and operator are young again. We are pleased you have
chosen to join us for this occasion as we remember an important
part of our past heritage.
We
cordially invite you to become a member of the U.P. Steam
and Gas Engine Association. Your annual $10 membership
fee helps
fund operation of the Association. As a member, you will
receive a regular newsletter updating current Association
projects. Membership applications are available in the
Agricultural Museum
at the Main Gate
As
a non-profit organization, the U.P. Steam and Gas Engine Association
depends on the support of generous people like you for its
continued success. Donations may be made to:
The
U.P. Steam and Gas Engine Association
P.O. Box 954
Escanaba,
MI 49829
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