MINNESOTA, USA — One of the longest lines at the Minnesota State Fair isn't for fried food but to see seeds. The Crop Art exhibit is a staple and has been planting memories for many over the years. The long lines have also been a staple, and that's why the fair redesigned the exhibit.
What's new?
Instead of just one wall for the art to hang on, there are now three.
This was one of the many projects the Minnesota State Agricultural Society (that runs the fair) put $10.2 million towards in 2023 with help from donations from the State Fair Foundation. Some of the other projects included permanent shade structures in Dan Patch Park and window replacements/ repainting in the Fine Arts Building.
During the pandemic, the fair put improvement projects on hold. A fair spokesperson says 2023 was the first year they invested a lot into repairs and upgrades. It's on-par for yearly amount invested into the fair before the pandemic.
Do taxpayers pay for the upgrades?
No. It comes from the Minnesota State Agricultural Society and State Fair Foundation.
Big BIG project planned in 2025:
The Warner Coliseum's roof will be replaced for the first time in its 75 year history. The construction isn't slated to begin until Spring 2025. For more details, click here.