by Garrett Fodor
Upon the arrival of the warmer weather, the Essex County Steam & Gas Engine Museum is ready to go full steam ahead with what is hoped will be an exciting summer.
On Saturday, the Essex County Steam & Gas Engine Museum hosted its second event of the season, as volunteers welcomed in the public for a vendor market, while also offering a glimpse into the museum and providing a potential look into the future as well.
Gary Struhar, President for the Essex County Steam & Gas Engine Museum, was grateful for the community support at the Vendor’s Market, and is excited to see everyone once again.
“We are excited to be back after sort of laying low last year,” Struhar said. “Last year, with everything going on, we just had one event, where as we recently held our chilli cook off fundraiser and our vendor market. We’re excited for people to be able to be back and check out the grounds. We are working on obtaining permits to put an addition on our steam museum and provide additional storage and showcase more.”
Struhar noted the Museum was fortunate to receive several donations from members of the community, as well as members of the organization, who all want to see the Museum continue to grow and provide learning experiences for all ages.
The Essex County Steam & Gas Engine Museum is now open for tours every Wednesday, from now until September, and if people are interested in a tour, he encourages them to reach out online or give them a call.
Looking ahead, Struhar said the Museum will host its annual Mother’s Day Dinner on Saturday, before the Father’s Day steak dinner next month. He noted that tickets are sold out for the Mother’s Day event and available space at the Father’s Day event is quickly filling up.
Struhar noted the best way to stay up-to-date is to become a member of the Essex County Steam & Gas Engine Museum and sign up for the newsletters as well.
Planning efforts are already in full steam for the 37th Annual Steam & Gas Engine Show being held August 11 to 13th at Co-An Park.
More information can be found online at: essexsteamandgasengine.com.