Franklin County Fair History

ByChris_C

A Celebration and History Documentary

We produced a major documentary in this year of 2021. Much has been said about the fair, but it was time to explore it’s beginnings and trace the evolving tradition to show why it remains an important part of our larger community.

Our story is told using rare movie footage, archival photos and music. It is not simply a timeline of history. We try to explain why the fair became an important part of our culture and community, which is still important today.

Watch it ad free from our video page!

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