Stories From the Past Meet the Present For nearly 80 years, the Santa Clara County Fair has been where our community comes together—and we’re working to preserve that legacy for generations to come. From the Collection Matchbook Cover & Button - 1951 We...
Fairgrounds Heritage Foundation News
FHF Marcella Gulmon Interviewed on NBC Bay Area Proud
We are so proud of our very own Marcella Gulmon for being recognized and featured in last night's NBC Bay Area "Bay Area Proud" segment, titled "Volunteer Becomes 'Detective,' Tracking Down and Preserving Pieces of Santa Clara County Fair History," for the countless...
Hi Neighbor! Spring Update
Stories From the Past Meet the Present It has been a joy entertaining visitors at the Annex with our growing collection of Fairgrounds memorabilia. As more collections are archived, FHF continues to connect you with the history of our country fairgrounds. It was so...
The Fair Mascot
The Fair Mascot History Do you know the evolution of the Fair mascot and names? The first mascot, the Cheery Farmer, was the inspiration of Al Buhot, Publicity Committee Chair of the 1941 Fair. Mr. Buhot was a founding member of the Fair Association and stayed...
Santa Clara County Fair is Around the Corner!
Step right up and join FHF at the 80th Annual County Fair! Get ready for an exciting event filled with displays, livestock, entertainment, vendors, delicious food, thrilling carnival rides, stunning art, and even a parade! We are gearing up for a spectacular time July...
FHF Looking Ahead – State Capital Replica Restoral
After a successful return of the 2023 Fair, the Fairground Heritage Foundation (FHF) is looking ahead to its next steps. With a fresh new logo in place, the foundation is thrilled to announce an exciting new project. Several years ago, the Board of Supervisors made...






