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Our Colorful Colorado State Fair

A Colorado State Fair Historical Exhibit

2024-08-12 00:00:00 2024-08-12 23:59:00 America/Denver Our Colorful Colorado State Fair Rawlings (Main Branch) -

Monday, August 12
All day

Add to Calendar 2024-08-12 00:00:00 2024-08-12 23:59:00 America/Denver Our Colorful Colorado State Fair Discover the rich history of the Colorado State Fair! This hybrid exhibit has both physical and online-digital features, meaning you can learn more about the Colorado State Fair wherever you are! Rawlings (Main Branch) -

Discover the rich history of the Colorado State Fair! This hybrid exhibit has both physical and online-digital features, meaning you can learn more about the Colorado State Fair wherever you are!

Discover the rich history of the Colorado State Fair via this hybrid historical experience! Featuring both in-person and online-digital exhibits, you'll be able to learn about the 152 year history of the State Fair via a number of rare and exciting materials. From programs to premiums, photos to publications, and so much more you'll get a unique look at everything that goes into planning the Fair. Join us during the month of August on the 3rd floor of the Rawlings Library to experience Our Colorful Colorado State Fair!

AGE GROUP: | Family | Adult |

EVENT TYPE: | Exhibit | Cultural |

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Rawlings (Main Branch)

Phone: 719-562-5600

Hours

Today's hours

We're open 9:00AM to 9:00PM

Mon, May 19 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, May 20 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, May 21 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, May 22 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, May 23 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, May 24 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, May 25 1:00PM to 5:00PM

About the library

Upcoming events

Mon, May 19, All day
In honor of Foster Care Awareness Month this May, Kids Crossing... more
In honor of Foster Care Awareness Month this May, Kids Crossing will be hosting an art exhibit showcasing perspectives from the front lines of the foster care system.

Mon, May 19, 11:00am - 11:30am
Rawlings Youth Program Room
Join us for stories and songs told in English and Spanish! ¡Ven... more
Join us for stories and songs told in English and Spanish! ¡Ven con nosotros para cuentas y canciones contadas en inglés y español!

Mon, May 19, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Rawlings Thurston Room
Learn about the hobby of stamp collecting.

Tue, May 20, All day
In honor of Foster Care Awareness Month this May, Kids Crossing... more
In honor of Foster Care Awareness Month this May, Kids Crossing will be hosting an art exhibit showcasing perspectives from the front lines of the foster care system.

Wed, May 21, All day
In honor of Foster Care Awareness Month this May, Kids Crossing... more
In honor of Foster Care Awareness Month this May, Kids Crossing will be hosting an art exhibit showcasing perspectives from the front lines of the foster care system.

Wed, May 21, 10:00am - 10:20am
For children from birth to 15 months and their parent or... more
For children from birth to 15 months and their parent or caregiver. Talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format perfect for babies. Share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement.

Wed, May 21, 10:30am - 10:55am
Rawlings Youth Program Room
For children from 15 months to 3 years and their favorite adults,... more
For children from 15 months to 3 years and their favorite adults, this Storytime focuses on simple books, rhymes, and songs that help develop early literacy, language skills, and social skills.

Thu, May 22, All day
In honor of Foster Care Awareness Month this May, Kids Crossing... more
In honor of Foster Care Awareness Month this May, Kids Crossing will be hosting an art exhibit showcasing perspectives from the front lines of the foster care system.

Fri, May 23, All day
In honor of Foster Care Awareness Month this May, Kids Crossing... more
In honor of Foster Care Awareness Month this May, Kids Crossing will be hosting an art exhibit showcasing perspectives from the front lines of the foster care system.

Fri, May 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Makerspace Lab
For ages 5+. Learn basic sewing and designing techniques by making... more
For ages 5+. Learn basic sewing and designing techniques by making a Pom Pom Throw Pillow! Registration required.
This event is full

Fri, May 23, 11:00am - 11:25am
Rawlings Youth Program Room
Books come alive for children and their favorite adults while... more
Books come alive for children and their favorite adults while supporting early literacy and preschool skills.

Sat, May 24, All day
In honor of Foster Care Awareness Month this May, Kids Crossing... more
In honor of Foster Care Awareness Month this May, Kids Crossing will be hosting an art exhibit showcasing perspectives from the front lines of the foster care system.

Sun, May 25, All day
In honor of Foster Care Awareness Month this May, Kids Crossing... more
In honor of Foster Care Awareness Month this May, Kids Crossing will be hosting an art exhibit showcasing perspectives from the front lines of the foster care system.