Mission Statement
Building Pride,
Developing Good Citizenship
and Future Leaders
Fair History
The LaPorte County Agricultural Association sponsored the first LaPorte County Fair in 1845. As we were essentially an agricultural society in the early days, special emphasis was in promoting quality farm products. Later, traditional domestic projects were added such as food preparation, canning, sewing, craft, fine arts and painting.
Events such as horse racing, stage shows and carnival attractions were later added. The County Fair served as an educational and social event for the citizens of LaPorte County that they looked forward to each year.
In the early 1900's, 4-H youth became involved and expanded rapidly when in 1918 a Boy's and Girl's Club building was erected. The 4-H program is now the main educational program, even though the adult agricultural and domestic programs continue to be an important part of the fair. It is truly a family event with many hundreds of volunteers.
Each year the fair is complimented with large exhibiting commercial, industrial, and consumer products. A recent addition to the grounds has been Pioneer Land. It has been very popular with the public and school children who visit it during the school year.
The LaPorte County Agricultural Association is truly a popular volunteer educational and service organization serving the rural and urban citizens of LaPorte County.
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Welcome
Thursday, February 09, 2012
Welcome to the great LaPorte County Fair - Indiana's Oldest County Fair.
Whether you are a vendor, exhibitor, local businessperson, or someone looking for a place to host your next event, we can help!
Fair dates for 2012 are July 8-14.
Join us next year July 8 through July 14 for another great LaPorte County Fair!
The 2012 Fair Week Campground Reservation form is now available.
Thank you for your support during the 2011 LaPorte County Fair!
Check out the 2011 Photo Gallery for some great photos -
2012 PGI Fireworks Convention - August 11-17, 2012
Attention Attendees:
Please contact our office for campground and camper rental information.
ALL 3-WAY HOOK UP CAMPSITES HAVE BEEN RESERVED
Please contact our office to be put on a waiting list for spots that open up!
We do have plenty of spots available for electric/water hookup as well as primitive, but they are filling up fast as well.
Visit the
Michigan City/LaPorte Convention and Visitor's Bureau
for lodging, ticket info, etc.
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