Take a step back in time and enjoy a traditional craft fair with demonstrations, music and more at the Manheim Historical Society. A variety of activities will be featured at the railroad station, 210 S. Charlotte St., as well as the society's historic log homes, 30-32 E. High St., on Sunday, Sept. 17, from 1 to 4 p.m.

Crafters will set up shop in the railroad station, including Doug Shaw, who will showcase traditional wood items, such as spoons, hay forks, treenware and carved items. He will use traditional tools, including a schnitzelbank, a German woodworking tool, in his demonstration.

Colin Nunemacher will demonstrate carving intaglio style. "He makes carved dovetailed boxes, including canister sets, recipe boxes and more, from a variety of woods," shared Susan Williams, president of the historical society.

Lynnette Miller of Miller's Millinery will display historically accurate 18th- and 19th-century headwear and clothing accessories. Traditional chair caning will be highlighted by Darlene K. Roehm of DKR Cane-Seat Replacements, and Margie Wright will spin wool and flax.

Also at the railroad station, Dutchland Dulcimers will entertain with music on traditional mountain dulcimers.

Both the historic Fasig and Keath log homes will be open for free tours during the event. Marcia Myer, a Manheim native and resident who has been making brooms for 49 years, will offer a broom-making demonstration at the homes.

The event provides a way for the historical society to spotlight the rich history of Manheim, Williams said. "We've done demonstration programs before, but nothing quite as large as this one," she commented. "It's going to be a really good chance to see local individuals putting forth their crafts. We're so thrilled to be able to show what they can do."

All crafters will have items to purchase, she said, noting that it's never too early to start holiday shopping. Orders will also be taken for glass Baron gnomes, created by Stiegel Glassworks, and for homemade apple dumplings. More information about both sales is available at http://www.manheimhistoricalsociety.org.