Historian’s Column: Fair has used different signs to promote week of ‘gigantic entertainment’
This familiar rustic sign by the 4-H Fairgrounds is a familiar sight on Route 31.
By Catherine Cooper, Orleans County Historian
“Illuminating Orleans” – Volume 5, No. 25
KNOWLESVILLE – As these signs indicate, the Orleans County Fair has been held at a variety of dates over the years.
Whatever the date, “The Fair” is a defining event in the calendar year, equal in stature to “The Holidays.”
This older sign promises “Gigantic Night Entertainment, Many New Features Racing Daily, Big Midway Attractions.” This was when the fair was held in Albion.
Its carnival spirit heightens experiences, tastes, memories. The sights, smells, sounds, even the heat or rain, everything is intensified at the Fair.
This Fair advertising pin is from 1972.
Yes, we will see you at The Fair!
Be sure to visit us at the Orleans County Bicentennial booth this year. Carol Culhane will be on hand with her keepsake Orleans County Bicentennial posters. Of course, Orly, our charismatic mascot, will also be around to join us.
