state fair

  • A young girl at a fairground holds a large teddy bear and excitedly eats cotton candy. Ferris wheels and crowds of people are visible in the background, capturing a festive atmosphere.

    26 Vintage State Fair Photos That Capture Pure Americana

    From prize-winning hogs and towering Ferris wheels to midway barkers tempting passers-by with caramel apples, state fairs have long been…

    From prize-winning hogs and towering Ferris wheels to midway barkers tempting passers-by with caramel apples, state fairs have long been a showcase of pure American spectacle. These 26 vintage photos roll back the years to reveal dusty show rings, neon-lit…