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May 16, 2026 – Oct 18, 2026
Exhibition 'Our Heart of Hearts: The Porter County Fair' in Porter County Museum
Inside the Eunice Slagle & Montague/Urschel Galleries through October 18, 2026
The annual Porter County Fair is the oldest and largest event we have here; it’s so familiar that it is sometimes taken for granted. Since the first fair in 1851, the institution has weathered its fair share of storms to cultivate an environment where families can come and grow together. Its long-standing traditions have been hard-won and dearly-held, carefully passed down from generation to generation.
This exhibit, Our Heart of Hearts: The Porter County Fair, reveals a remarkable story that spans 175 years. It is told largely through the snapshots and oral histories of some of the fair’s most dedicated caretakers.
