The Wisconsin State Fair Through the Decades

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History & Genealogy

Age Group:

Teens, Adults

Program Description

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It’s the time of year thoughts turn to our favorite foods on a stick. Join Milwaukee County Historical Society’s Michael Barera as he takes a decade by decade look at the history of the Wisconsin State Fair, discussing the evolution of attractions, events, food, and more from the inaugural fair in Janesville in 1851 to the contemporary State Fair.