Gov. J.B. Pritzker was on hand for the unveiling of the Butter Cow sculpture Wednesday. Sculptor Sarah Pratt’s work depicts a cow being milked by dairy farmer Lorilee Schultz of Orangeville.
The famed Illinois State Fair Butter Cow was unveiled on Aug. 9, 2023, in Springfield by Gov. J.B. Pritzker and Agriculture Director Jerry Costello II, previewing the opening of the annual state fair.
Illinois Department of Agriculture Director Jerry Costello II said that renovations still to come for the Coliseum are a new heating, ventilation and air-conditioning system that will make the historic building suitable for year-round use. In addition, two elevators will be added to make it compliant with the federal American with Disabilities Act standards.
Other attractions at the fairgrounds include a rodeo and a slew of motor sport competitions like a monster truck show, truck and tractor pulling and a demolition derby. Harness racing is scheduled over five days.The fair will host “sunflower hours” from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday for people with special needs who will be able to enjoy certain events without the bright lights and loud sounds that could aggravate the senses, according to state fair manager Rebecca Clark.
State officials also said there will be designated “theme days” that include free admission for first responders, health care workers, veterans and their families and seniors.
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