More than 180,000 people attend the 10day event that celebrates our people, agriculture, art and tradition. Vendor information applicationfor consideration for space. Join us this september for the nc mountain state fair. Youll have a blast at the nc mountain state fair the orchard inn. The event has been held at three different locations since. Seventyfive people have been hospitalized as a result of the outbreak, which appears to be linked to the north carolina mountain state fair near asheville earlier this month, according to the. The north carolina state fair was first held by the north carolina state agricultural society at a site east of raleigh in 1853. Mountain state fair is focused the people, agriculture, art, and traditions of western north carolina. List of books and articles about north carolina history. The nc mountain state fair celebrates the people, agriculture, art and tradition that make our region great.
The north carolina state fair is an annual fair and agricultural exposition held in raleigh, north carolina, and organized by the north carolina department of agriculture and consumer services. Its a big place, so wear comfy walking shoes and allow time to see it all. In 2011, farmers within the state harvested 64,000 acresyielding 1. North carolina goodreads meet your next favorite book. The big north carolina mountain state fair in asheville is the official state fair of the western part of nc.
Its fun for all ages, with plenty of exhibits, animals, food, rides and more. North carolina mountain state fair 2018 carolina mornings. All exhibits will be under the supervision and care of the nc mountain state fair. With an annual attendance of 800, 000, the north carolina state fair is the state s largest event and is the largest tenday agricultural fair in the united states. This will be accomplished by volunteers from baptist churches in western north carolina who will witness by caring for the physical and spiritual needs of fair employees and fair guests. We know how much our community enjoys coming out and getting a taste of what north carolina agriculture is all about. September 28, mountain heritage day, cullowhee held on the western carolina university campus, mountain heritage day is a combination oldfashioned mountain fair and showcase for southern appalachian music, dance, and song.
Mountain state fair celebrates the people, agriculture, art and tradition that make this region great. I read in josephus daniels book memoirs of a tar heel editor he was invited by a group of black ministers to give a speech at the opening of the colored. What better way than to spend time at the nc mountain state fair then coming back to an amazing airbnbstyle home. History of the north carolina mountain state fair wnc ag center. North carolina is the largest producer of sweet potatoes in the nation. Learn about the other state fair the one that celebrates our mountain heritage and agriculture. The oneday festival typically attracts 15,000 to 20,000 attendees. Our mountain retreat is only a halfhour away, so its an easy drive to get.
Published jointly with the north carolina department of agriculture. Tickets and ride books are available online at winn dixie stores pay a. Within the year north carolina repealed the act ceding the land. Mountain state fair has been celebrating the best of western north carolina. In 1784 north carolina ceded its western lands to the united states, spurring the transmontane people to organize a new, shortlived government see franklin, state of. The first nc state fair lasted for 4 days, cost 25 cents per person, 50 cents for buggies, and 1 dollar for carriages. Our mission is to create unique experiences at an exceptional value in a safe, clean environment that is accessible to all. Its a highlight of the spring for our staff, vendors, sponsors and entertainers as well. The fair draws about 190,000 people to the wnc agricultural center each year. We look forward to welcoming you back to the fairgrounds when it is safe for us all to gather.