Fair Exhibits

This year's special art exhibit features the work of Charley Harper (1922-2007). Harper was a Cincinnati-based American Modernist artist, best known for his highly stylized wildlife prints, posters and book illustrations.

During his career, Harper illustrated numerous books, notably The Golden Book of Biology, magazines such as Ford Times, as well as many prints, posters, and other works. His subjects focused on natural, with birds as a prominent feature. Harper often created works for many nature-based organizations, among them the National Park Service; Cincinnati Zoo; Cincinnati Nature Center; Hamilton County (Ohio) Park District; and Hawk Mountain Sanctuary in Pennsylvania.

Browse examples of domestic arts including baking, preserved foods, sewing, quilting, knitting and much more. You'll also enjoy cooking demonstrations taught by area restauranteurs and chefs. Learn new techniques and great ideas!

Visit Hobby Hall for an amazing look at the intriguing world of crafts and collections. Three demonstration stages also showcase diverse talents such as wood carving, calligraphy, ceramics, egg artistry and more! You can also see the contest winners on display.

Visit this amazing museum, just inside the Red Gate. You’ll see authentic artifacts within old west dioramas, an extensive gallery of Fred Oldfield original artwork, a magnificent Native American basket collection, and a gift shop of memorabilia and artwork by local artists. The center also offers many ongoing art classes for youth, as well as specialty classes for adults throughout the year.

Let your eyes do the walking around this extraordinary exhibit of fine art. See original works, many submitted by local artists. Categories include water media, oils, drawing, mixed media, sculpture, and computer art. Daily demonstrations are also scheduled featuring each medium.

Your senses will tingle with the scents and colors that abound in the Floral Building. Browse through rows and rows of prize winning flowers of many varieties including roses, geraniums, chrysanthemums, bonsai and so many more. Daily demonstrations also provide insight in how to cultivate flowers as well as creative ideas and floral projects .

The Puyallup Fair is committed to the education and enrichment of today's youth. This building hosts a variety of educational organizations and assocations. A stage features exhibitions by local students, school clubs and academic organizations.

Download the 2010 Education Stage Application. For questions, contact Andrea Bosley at 253-841-5074.

The Washington State 4-H Fair program contributes to life skill development by teaching young people sportsmanship, cooperation,leadership, team work, responsibility, knowledge development, respect for self and others, and communication skills. 4-H members also have a lot of fun while they learn. The Puyallup Fair is host to the 4-H State Finals every year.