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A state fair to remember
The exhibit halls at the annual Delaware State Fair are filled with thousands of submissions – everything from cakes to fruits and vegetables to photography and quilts. RON MACARTHUR PHOTOS
August 2, 2018
Food is one of the main attractions at the fair. Where else can you find fried Oreos?
This towering state fair cake won top honors in the youth division.
Farm products have been an important part of the fair since its inception 99 years ago.
Where do sheep sleep? The answer is where ever they can find a comfortable spot.
It’s important to keep your sheep clean. Stephanie Hearn of Sandy Loam Farm in Laurel hoses off one of her sheep in preparation for a competition.
How many baby goats can you fit in a bowl? Baby goats are one of the favorite animals at the fair.
Kelly Phillips of Gumboro gives her goat a haircut.
Delaney Tome of Hartly gets up close and personal with her goat, Juniper, as she offers her a treat.
The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control building provides a variety of exhibits and hands-on activities.
The best view of the fair is from the top of the giant Ferris wheel.
What would the fair be without items to entice youngsters on the Midway?
Kellan Slater of Camden is not aware a dinosaur is sneaking up on him.
Next year marks the 100th anniversary of the Delaware State Fair in Harrington.
