August 10 – August 16, 2009
Step back in time and experience rural life as it was more than a century ago at Dakota City Heritage Village.
During the fair, Dakota City comes to life with costumed interpreters and activities of 100 years ago. Open to the public at no additional charge, Dakota City is a 1900 era rural village of twenty-two buildings, including a blacksmith shop, newspaper office, schoolhouse and millinery shop, representing the business and social center of a rural community.
You may also enjoy threshing demonstrations, depot or bank robberies, bucket brigade demonstrations, or roving musicians through the village. Visit the Ahlberg Heritage Center to see our new museum exhibits and agricultural displays. You won’t want to miss the Café in the Ahlberg Heritage Center for a selection of very enticing menu items. Check out the Barn Door Store for candy, toys, and gifts. Fun for all ages can be had at Dakota City Heritage Village. Come and see!
- Stop for an ice cream cone or 1919 Root Beer
- Enjoy the sights and smells of cooking in the Harris House
- Vote in the Town Hall
- Read our daily newspaper, the Dakota City Free Press
- Daily Tractor parades
- And more!
This year Dakota City is presenting a Vaudeville show which will be performed daily during the fair in the Dakota City Tent.
Its that time again! Fair time for Dakota County! This August 10th through the 16th, you can enjoy all the fun and thrills of one of the best fairs in the country, here in our own back yard! Located in Farmington, Minnesota, the Dakota County Fair has attractions for all ages. The 4-H barns will be full of kids and their show animals, projects, crafts and amazing talents.