state fair photos

  • Crowds walk under a large “STATE FAIR” archway entrance on a sunny day, surrounded by flowers and trees, with flags atop brick pillars and people of all ages heading into the fairgrounds.

    16 Vintage Photos That Capture the Magic of Old-School State Fairs

    Transport yourself to simpler times with these state fair photos, featuring nostalgic festivities that stretch from Vermont to California.

    American state fairs go way back. The nation’s oldest state fair was first held in Syracuse, New York, in 1841; since then, people have enjoyed corn dogs and livestock displays at fairs across the country. We took a look at…