The [http://www.ohiohistorycentral.org/entry.php?rec=529|Ohio State Fair] is running July 29-August 9 in Columbus, Ohio, about an hour from Dayton. The Ohio State Fair is one of the largest and longest-lasting state fairs. This is its 159th year! They did not have one from 1942-1945 due to the war and they allowed the grounds to be used for making ammunition, etc. They were the first fair to have electricity in 1896. It is known for the butter sculpture that are made with 1,500 pounds of butter. Each year there is always a cow and calf sculpture, but then a surprise such as the Wright Brothers one year. There is a skyride that goes over the midway. Many of the shows have people from American Idol this year. Previous years they have had oldies groups, country and western singers and a variety of others. Some shows are free. Other have an admission fee. There are agricultural exhibits, boxing, antiques, midway, animal displays and competition, bands and more. Only $10 for adult admission, $5 for 11 to 15 and under 11 free. If you've never experienced a county fair, this is your chance!