From the butter sculptures of the Midwest to the corny dogs of Texas, American fairs are full of strange and wonderful traditions. Think you know them? Answer the seven questions below — you’ll get the right answer and the story behind it after each one.
The American Fairs Quiz
0 / 71. Where was the first modern American agricultural fair held, in 1811?
2. Which state fair inspired a novel, a Rodgers & Hammerstein musical, and three films all titled “State Fair”?
3. What is sculpted from about 600 pounds of butter at the Iowa State Fair every year?
4. Who is the 55-foot-tall talking mascot of the State Fair of Texas?
5. The Minnesota State Fair is affectionately nicknamed what?
6. The Ferris wheel made its grand debut at which 1893 event?
7. “The Big E” in West Springfield represents how many states on one fairground?
However you scored, the best way to learn fair lore is to go to one. Browse fairs and festivals in your state and put a few on your calendar.
