The Gateway Geyser

Historical marker location:

185 West Trendley Avenue, East St. Louis, Illinois

( Marker is on West Trendley Avenue west of South Main Street, on the right when traveling west.)

The Illinois State Fair, which takes place annually in Springfield, is one of the oldest state fairs in the United States. The fair was first held in 1853 and features a variety of agricultural displays, carnival rides, and live entertainment.