Champaign County Fair
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Descriptive Information
| Title | Champaign County Fair |
| Coverage-Year | 1978 |
| Description | Midway, Champaign County Fair, 1978. |
| Interpretation | In the 1850's, the people of Champaign County brought their best farm producs to show and compare with those of their neighbors. Families used to bring large picnic baskets. The Fair was originally held in Urbana on the big grove east of today's Court House. Families travelled from 20-30 miles away to attend. Games and contests were held for the children. The first fair that was organized by a committee was held in 1852. |
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| Resource Type | Still image |
| Source | Champaign County Historical Archives, The Urbana Free Library (Special Events -- Fairs) |
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| Collection Publisher | UIUC Digital Imaging & Media Technology Initiative |
| Rights Statement | Copyright Not Evaluated |
| Resource Identifier | ufh7005 |
| Collection Title | Teaching with Digital Content (Cultural Heritage Community) |
| Collection | Teaching with Digital Content (Cultural Heritage Community) |
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Champaign County Fair |