The Iowa State Fair
Blue Ribbon Foundation
P.O. Box 57130
East 30th & University
Des Moines, IA 50317
Phone 515.262.3111 ext. 671
Fax 515.262.1902
This is your Iowa State Fair
Welcome to the Iowa State Fair Blue Ribbon Foundation! Thank you to all who visited us at the 2008 Iowa State Fair. We're looking forward to "State Fair Time" at the 2009 Iowa State Fair.
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Learn more about the Iowa State Fair Blue Ribbon Foundation's Corndog Kickoff set for July 11, 2009! "It's Game Time!" is the weekly webisode about the Kickoff. Videos will be posted each Wednesday and will explain an aspect of the Corndog Kickoff. Pay attention because after the final webisode, there will be a quiz to test your Kickoff knowledge with the chance to win two tickets to the 2009 Corndog Kickoff! More details after the final webisode!
Win two tickets to the Corndog Kickoff by correctly answering all of the quiz questions!
News & Notes
Limited Edition Board Game
For more information on this and other news, visit our News & Notes page.
Corndog Kickoff Tickets Available!
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About the Blue Ribbon Foundation
The Iowa State Fair Blue Ribbon Foundation was established by the Fair Board to conduct a major capital campaign for the renovation and preservation of the historic Iowa State Fairgrounds. Since its inception in 1993, the Foundation has raised over $80 million through individual contributions, state appropriations, in-kind services, and corporate, federal and state grants.
An Iowa treasure, the Iowa State Fairgrounds is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and the Fair has gained international fame through the years. It plays a vital role in Iowa’s economy while upholding the link between Iowa’s work ethic, achievement, and talent. The Fair is a tradition any Iowan can be proud of, and the Blue Ribbon Foundation is dedicated to continuing that legacy. We invite you to help us keep this grand tradition around for another 150 years!
Visit our Press Room or read our Newsletter to stay on top of the latest news from the Blue Ribbon Foundation.
Find the perfect State Fair collectible for the Fair-lover in your life by browsing our online State Fair Store.
What's New
Richard O. Jacobson Exhibition Center
The Jacobson Exhibition Center is slated to be complete by the 2010 Iowa State Fair. For more information click here.
Elwell Family Food Center
The Elwell Family Food Center, formerly known as the Iowa Tourism Building, will increase space for competitive food judging and displays during the Iowa State Fair. For more information click here.
New Outdoor Arena and Stalling Barn
A new open-air arena and stalling barn were completed for the 2008 Iowa State Fair. For more information click here.
Iowan of the Day
Nominate your shining stars for the Blue Ribbon Foundation's Iowan of the Day! For more information click here.
For more information on all of the renovation projects, click here