A Look at the Past- Food Department Edition

The Blue Ribbon Foundation is excited to be celebrating 25 years as a Foundation. The Iowa State Fair has been growing for over 160 years. The history that lies between times is remarkable. Prime examples are the changes taken place in events like the famous food competitions and the wine and beer making showcases.

Every year, over 9,000 entries compete in the food competition. The food competition began in the Family Center and moved to the Elwell Family Food Center, previously known as the Iowa Tourism Building. This change of location provided additional display and judging space.

The wine and beer making showcase takes place in Grandfathers barn. Iowa is able to showcase the wine and grape, and beer industry at the State Fair. With your help, the Blue Ribbon Foundation was able to renovate the barn in 2008 to continue the showcase.

The past 25 years have been enhancing and compelling thanks to your generosity. We invite you to continue to become more involved with the Fair you know and love by supporting the Blue Ribbon Foundation 25th anniversary campaign at www.BlueRibbonFoundation.org.

-Kennedy