Level 1: Louis Joliet

Historical marker location:

103 N Ottawa Street, Joliet, Illinois

( Marker can be reached from the intersection of North Ottawa Street (U.S. 6) and Van Buren Street.)

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.