Auchmithie Heritage and Arts Festival is promising visitors a chance to step back in time.
On Saturday, 18th century fisher folk, desperate to see the erection of a village hall, will be found locked in combat with the Earl of South Esk over the controversial method of fundraising.
Despite his opposition of the project visitors will see the fisher folks efforts to negotiate a resolution with the Earl through the flamboyant Mrs Annie Gilruth.
On Saturday and Sunday, 15 venues will become temporary art galleries to exhibit a range of unique art work to suit every taste.
Ancient fishing cottages, farm steadings and the old school will open their doors to welcome visitors.
A festival spokesman said: “The quirkiness of these properties, with the striking backdrop of the sea and cliffs, has made this a not to be missed event with many visitors coming back every year.
“One visitor said that coming to Auchmithie is like taking a step back in time and that they received a warm welcome wandering from cottage to cottage in a beautiful setting.
“Mrs Gilruth, Eckie Dunder, Big Maggie and all their pals will be delighted to greet all visitors so bring the family and be assured of a warm Auchmithie welcome.”
Events start at 11am on Saturday with reenactment of the original grand opening of the village hall in 1888.
The re-enactments continue at noon in the Church telling the real story behind the building of the village hall using original letters and correspondence.
The action then heads off round the village over the course of the afternoon and finishes off with a traditional fisher wedding.
The art festival is open from noon until 5pm on both days.
On Saturday and Sunday the popular Auchmithie Archive will be available in the church and the Village Hall Tea Room will offer light refreshments.
The event is free including family fun and games in the church grounds and there is ample parking available.
