This fair, held in Sedalia for 11 days in August each year, is a showcase for the state's agriculture.
Beef cattle are traditionally a prominent feature of the exhibits and competitions.
Youth involvement through 4-H Clubs and Future Farmers of America plays a vital role. The project chronicles the history of the fair, which began in 1901, and its role in shaping and preserving the state's agricultural heritage. A copy of the new Missouri State Fairgrounds Master Plan is included as an indication of what the future holds in store.