Blue ribbon exhibits | State Fair Hound

Mr. Smith

On August 28, 2018

During the heyday of the antique carriages, wagons and buggies that are displayed in the Carriage Museum, you couldn’t just pull into a garage for service. You had to employ a hardworking, skilled craftsman to fabricate metal parts and make repairs. The blacksmith shop located at the back of the museum serves as a charming reminder of how tough that job can be as demonstrators pound away at the anvil and tend the fire to provide that lesson.

It’s a scene worth reviewing when you’re nearby. The Carriage Museum is right next to the Agriculture Museum, near Restaurant Row. Admission is free and there are benches for visitors.

Boats and Beacons

By State Fair Hound

On August 25, 2018

In Blue ribbon exhibits

Ahoy, sailors, fishing buffs and history students. Be sure to drop anchor on the shore of the New York Experience pond every day of the new York State Fair for a new nautical exhibit from New York Sea Grant.

The family-friendly, interactive exhibit shines its beacon on New York State’s 70-plus lighthouses and light boats, with a special focus on women who serve as keepers of those vital structures.

Daily demonstrations on the pond will showcase boat building, water drones, lifesaving science, a data-gathering buoy, a lifesaving exhibit, boat building demonstrations and a name that boat contest. One lucky visitor will actually win a boat.

Countdown Photo–5 Weeks

By State Fair Hound

On July 18, 2018

In Blue ribbon exhibits

The model circus exhibit is a perennial favorite, set up near scale model railroads in the Art and Home Center. It’s likely to be especially popular with folks who have been roaming New York State Fair midways for decades. Remember the Paratroop?

Countdown Photo–8 Weeks

By State Fair Hound

On June 27, 2018

In Blue ribbon exhibits

Hawk Creek Wildlife sets up a tent with a variety of wild birds next to the reflecting pool. Visitors can get a rare up-close look at eagles, falcons , hawks owls and others

Hawk Creek Wildlife sets up a tent with a variety of raptor next to the reflecting pool. Visitors can get a rare up-close look at eagles, falcons , hawks, owls and other feathered hunters. Lectures and demonstrations are scheduled daily. It’s one of the Fair’s best wildlife exhibits.

Countdown Photo–9 Weeks

By State Fair Hound

On June 20, 2018

In Blue ribbon exhibits

A wood craftsman work on a lathe in the Agriculture Museum. Many talented demonstrators show their skills close-up every day.

A wood craftsman works on a lathe in the Agriculture Museum. Many talented demonstrators show their skills close-up every day.

Countdown Photo–10 Weeks

By State Fair Hound

On June 13, 2018

In Blue ribbon exhibits

A handmade rug with the New York State Fair logo was one of many projects on display as part of the arts and crafts competition in the Art and Home Center. The A&H is loaded with examples of the artistic talent of New Yorkers, making it a great place to spend time on rainy or excessively hot days at the Fair.

Countdown Photo–12 Weeks

By State Fair Hound

On May 30, 2018

In Blue ribbon exhibits

The replica longhouse is an annual must-see exhibit for visitors tot he New York State Fair Iroquois Village. It's a fascinating look at the traditional home of the original inhabitants of the Onondaga Lake region.

The replica Iroquois longhouse is an annual must-see exhibit for visitors to the New York State Fair. One of dozens of free attractions, it’s a fascinating look at the traditional home of the original inhabitants of the Onondaga Lake region.

Countdown Photo–19 Weeks

By State Fair Hound

On April 11, 2018

In Blue ribbon exhibits

The musical instrument museum on the Art and Home Center second floor features beautiful
antique phonographs, pianos, organs and posters in a dandy, free exhibit.

Community Asset

By State Fair Hound

On March 30, 2018

In Blue ribbon exhibits

Central New Yorkers are really lucky to have the New York State Fairgrounds in our area. Not only are we at the front door of one of the nation’s premiere annual events, but the century-old buildings and adjoining infrastructure host agricultural events, trade shows, parties, theater and music year round. July’s Syracuse Nationals would be the biggest event of the year in most communities. Here it’s merely a precursor to the Great New York State Fair, opening Aug. 22 this year. Check the website for the schedule between now and then.