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Traditional Crafts Demonstrations are held one-half block ​west of the Laura Ingalls Wilder Park and are coordinated by Tom & Catherine “Kitty” Latané. ​If you are a traditional crafts-person and are interested in demonstrating your craft during this year’s event, please contact Kitty at (715) 448-0651.

2026 Traditional Craft Demonstrators

  • Tim Hartzell – Woodworking

  • Christopher James – Rope Making

  • David Weber – Civil War Veteran, Sunday only

  • Janet  Runions – Bonnetmaking

  • Emma Loberg – leather moccasin making

  • Kathleen Black – Seedsaving

  • Mercedes Tuma-Hansen – Fish Net Repair

  • Kitty Latané – tinwork

  • Lily Benedict – fiddle jam

  • David Winter – Prairie Music Jam

  • Cindy Lou – Weaving, candle making

  • Nathan Nicholas – Frontier Sheriff

  • Bethany Joy – Covered Wagon & Camp Cooking

  • Raymond Tentis – Thread Button Making

  • Joe Krumrie – Fur Trader, flint knapper

  • Tim Reinhardt – Tomahawk Throw, log building, sawing

  • Shaylynn Koldykowski – dying and spinning wool

  • Kevin Alto – spoon carving

  • Cameron Weir – Grey Goose Bows

  • Tom Latané – blacksmith

  • Tammy Tobin – 19th century merchant

The Traditional Crafts area of Laura Days is not just a display, but an interactive experience that brings the rich heritage of America’s pioneer era to life. Visitors are invited to immerse themselves in a lively gathering of skilled artisans, each showcasing their unique crafts and sharing the stories behind their creations.