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The Wool Story
Miller-Murphy-Howard Building
Watch wool as it's spun into yarn. How do they get so many colors? Demonstrations: Saturdays and Sundays, 12:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.; weekdays, 9:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m. |
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The Rabbit Story
Multipurpose Building
See dozens of breeds of rabbits and cavies and pet the rabbit in the petting box! They are much more than just pets. |
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The Stock Dog Story
Between New South Arena and Swine/Sheep/Goat Barn #2
Watch the handler direct stock dogs to herd sheep by voice commands and even by whistle! Demonstrations: 1:00 p.m., 3:00 p.m., 5:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m. |
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The Cotton Story
Tent south of Clock Tower
Cotton is a commodity everyone uses every day. |
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The Georgia Grown Story
Heritage Hall
Many of Georgia's commodities, such as fruits, vegetables, nuts, plants, flowers, and wine, will be showcased. This is a production of the Georgia National Fair and The University of Georgia Horticulture Department, in cooperation with the Georgia Department of Agriculture. |
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The Centennial Farm Story
Miller-Murphy-Howard Building
Farms that have been around for at least 100 years give us a peek at the past. This display offers a look at our heritage. |
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The Beef Story
Beef/Dairy Barn
You will not believe the products that come from beef animals! Just look and see. |
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Judge Along
South Arena, Beef/Dairy Arena, Covered Horse Arena, Multipurpose Building. Fairgoers can "judge" animals along with the official judge. Learn what the judge is looking for in each of the species. |
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The Poultry Story
Poultry Building near North Gate
Watch chicks hatch and learn about this huge industry. |
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The Dairy Story
Beef/Dairy Barn, west end
Watch a cow being milked and learn about the process and sample the delicious results! You may even have a chance to "milk" Blossom. |
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The Honey Bee Story
Heritage Hall
Taste honey made from different flowers and see a live beehive! This is a great way to learn about these busy workers. |
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Food for Four
McGill MarketPlace
You will be amazed at how much a family of four can eat in a year! |
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Mule and Tenant Farmer Statue
Miller-Murphy-Howard Building near West Gate
Georgia Rep. Larry Walker's vision of a memorial to mules and tenant farmers pays tribute to the legendary backbone of Georgia's agricultural heritage. |
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Agrirama
Georgia Building
Costumed interpreters explain the farm life-style and activities of the 19th century. Agrirama is Georgia's Living History Museum and Village located in Tifton, Georgia. (www.agrirama.com) |
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Antique Engines and Tractors
Near South Gate and Circus Tent
Take a look at the machinery farmers used years ago to harvest their crops and provide our food and fiber. |
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Georgia Christmas Tree Story
Heritage Hall
Growers of a variety of Christmas trees in Georgia will tell you how they produce the perfect tree and the locations of "cut-your-own" operations in your area of the state. Presented by the Georgia National Fair and the Georgia Christmas Tree Growers Association. |
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Georgia Water Quality
Miller-Murphy-Howard Building
Learn about Georgia's water quality by seeing a rainwater simulator "uncover" Georgia's biggest water pollution problems: erosion and sedimentation. You also will have an opportunity to rest a spell on a rocker on a front porch and experience a Georgia thunderstorm! Presented by the Georgia National Fair in cooperation with The University of Georgia Biological and Agricultural Engineering Department, Athens and Tifton. |
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Farmer For A Day
Where does your food come from? How does it get to the grocery store? At the Farmer For A Day Story of Agriculture, kids can “dig” for potatoes, “pick” apples from a tree, and even gather eggs from our “chickens.” This event is a fun and educational look at how different products are harvested by the farmer, and taken to market. Your kids certainly will not want to miss this opportunity to play “Farmer For a Day!” |
