
Hillary Stoltman worked as an engineer on the Soo Line Railroad for four-plus decades and his story includes steam power, difficult working conditions, friendships, adventures and children. The Oslo, Minnesota native never forgot his roots or his life-long love of trains.

Inez Mostue creates delightful Norwegian Trolls and Nisser which are the stuff of Scandinavian folk tales. According to folk legends the Trolls create mischief and the Nisser are helpers. Inez has made hundreds of these small dolls and sells them world wide


Lavonne Forsberg has come a long way from rosemaling teacher, to Minnesota State Park featured artist, to stained glass window creator. She works with her husband, Larry, to create stained glass windows for local churches.

Jim Hustad snaps the unusual moment. He sometimes manipulates the color to create a fascinating scene.

Chuck Barr cuts out portraits in wood. Barr uses photographs of friends and relatives to create portraits in plywood.