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Find out what to see, eat, and do at the 2019 minnesota state fair. Displays of womens work or farm machinery, the fine arts or the prize bullall have been part of the fair s dual mission of education and entertainment. The blue ribbon bargain book, sponsored by minnesota lottery, features 150 coupons with huge savings on food. The blue ribbon foundation helps thousands of iowa state fair fans like you show their support through giving programs, membership programs and events.
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