Machines in miniature: Hobby engineer brings creations to Dakotafest

Janelle Atyeo
Aug 12, 2026
4 hrs ago

Edgar Husman stands by one of his miniature machines. Using blueprints from large, industrial equipment, he fabricates parts for a scaled-down version.
Tri-State Neighbor photo by Janelle Atyeo

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From a blueprint of a hulking machine straight out of the Industrial Revolution to a tabletop display, Edgar Husman’s hobby has him recreating machines in miniature.

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Born and raised on a farm in southeastern South Dakota, Katelyn currently resides in Sioux Falls. She enjoys attending SDSU football games (her alma mater), going to farmer’s markets and visiting her parents at their family farm. Reach her at kwinberg@tristateneighbor.com.