How the beloved state fair grew from livestock showcases to cornucopias of amusement
News Source : NPR
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- In 1841, the first U.S. state fair was held in Syracuse, N.Y.
- The country's first state fair dates to the 19th century, when locals would showcase livestock, crafts and agriculture.
- State fairs of today share the same elements, but have evolved into something like pop-up theme parks.
- They remain a favorite American pastime, contributing $30 billion to the economy each year, says David Grindle, CEO of the International Association of Fairs & Expositions.
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