Pippy the Pig was a colorful character created by Lori Ferris. For many years books about Pippy were sold at the Fair. This cinch sack was an added souvenir. This item is available to purchase.

A Blue Ribbon Life: Memories of the Iowa State Fair is a book by long-time Iowa State Fair Board member Don Greiman as told to Jane Cox. Don was an exhibitor, volunteer and all around Fair-lover. This story gives a behind the scenes look into his experiences at the Iowa State Fair.

The Blue Ribbon Foundation used to host golf outings. Here are some of the items given to those that participated from tees, markers, a golf tool, small zippered bag and two sleeves of Calloway Iowa State Fair branded golf balls.

The Des Moines Register used to hand out colorful paper totebags printed with designs created using that years' Fair theme. Here are nine bags that cover the years 2000 - 2008.

The Des Moines Register used to hand out colorful paper totebags printed with designs created using that years' Fair theme. Here are twelve bags that cover the years 1997 - 2008.

This 3" paperweight made of a gray/white granite has the 1960-70s era Iowa State Fair shield logo. The back has a felt covering.