The Ohio State Fair Hall of Fame was established in 1976 for the purpose of recognizing individuals who have made outstanding contributions toward making the Ohio State Fair one of America’s premier expositions. The Governor selects the inductees into the Ohio State Fair Hall of Fame each year. The nominating…

From the very first Fair held in Cincinnati in 1850, which lasted only three days, to the 12-day exposition of today, the Ohio State Fair has celebrated Ohio’s products, its people and their accomplishments. In 1846, the Ohio Legislature created the 53-member Board of Agriculture. One of the Board’s first…

Did you attend the Ohio State Fair in 1963 or earlier? If you answered yes, you're automatically a member of the 50 Year Club! Head to the Fair on Monday, July 29 for the club's annual meeting, featuring performances by the All-Ohio State Fair Band & Youth Choir, the presentation…

The Ohio Expositions Commission was established in 1961 when the Ohio General Assembly passed legislation creating a new governing body for the Ohio Expo Center. Prior to 1961, the State Board of Agriculture oversaw the Center. The Commission maintains and manages state property reserved for the purpose of conducting at…