The Lake County Fair has
a long and colorful history going back to its beginning in 1852. The fair
was held in Libertyville from 1858 to 1925. An extensive history of the
Lake County Fair has yet to be written, but we can get an idea of its
popularity and success in Libertyville through the many post card images
that were made at that time.
In order to present the flavor
of going to the Lake County Fair in Libertyville, we have created a fictional
character, "Rose," a young girl who lived in Libertyville in
the early 1900s. She writes to her friend "Addie," describing
her trip to the fair. Her "letter" is illustrated with vintage
post cards of the fair in Libertyville from 1900 to the 1920s.
Step back in time as we read
"Rose's" words. Try to imagine the bustle of the crowds and
the thunder of the race horses, the screams of the people on the rides
and the cacophony of sounds on the midway. Are you ready to "meet
me at the fair"? Click on the horses to the right, and enjoy your
trip!
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