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#Explore Texas – Travel the Trail of Texas Independence

We celebrate all things Texan at the great State Fair of Texas. For the next several months we'll be doing just that with our new Lone...

Thanks to a recent donation from former Administrative Assistant Skipper Vancil, the State Fair Creative Arts Department now has a complete...

[caption id="attachment_7460" align="alignright" width="300"] Former State Fair employee Skipper Vancil donated the complete series of...

Looking for some fun, family-friendly activities here in Dallas? Look no further than Fair Park! Known throughout Texas as a National...

Finger food galore - kick off your football-filled weekend with this quick and easy gameday recipe. Bacon Wrapped Smokies Lillian...

Finger food galore - kick off your football-filled weekend with this quick and easy gameday recipe. Hot Corn Dip Monette Carr - Garland,...

'Tis the season for infinite family gatherings, overly crowded shopping malls, extreme traffic jams and, of course, overindulgent holiday...

Turkey Day with a Twist It's hard to believe it's already been a month since Fair season ended. Leaves are falling along with the...

Don't let the cold weather get you down! Warm up with this traditional Texas dish. The State Fair loves to showcase Creative Arts...

Make a quick and tasty cookie for your family this weekend. Enjoy this simple yet delicious recipe from one of the participants in this...

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