This event is in the past.It took place on June 3, 2026 at Evergreen Valley College.
A Smithsonian curator unpacks the weird, wonderful world of state fair crafts: blue-ribbon quilts, butter cows, and what they reveal about American culture. Join virtually for this free lunchtime talk.
virtual event
craft history
American folk art
Smithsonian lecture
Tips
🧈butter cows are a real thing
💻join from anywhere — it's virtual
Author Series: State Fairs
Evergreen
A Smithsonian curator unpacks the weird, wonderful world of state fair crafts: blue-ribbon quilts, butter cows, and what they reveal about American culture. Join virtually for this free lunchtime talk.
virtual event
craft history
American folk art
Smithsonian lecture
Tips
🧈butter cows are a real thing
💻join from anywhere — it's virtual
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