A collection of photographs by professional and amateur photographers throughout the years of the Washington State Fair/Puyallup Fair from 1900-2011. Original photograph collection is held by the Washington State Fair and not at Tacoma Public Library. First and last names of the photographers are listed when known. Unknown photographers have been filed in the decade in which it was taken.
Cider booth at one of the first Fairs. Musicians with guitar and banjo at left of booth. People standing on each side with glasses of cider and apples. Signs are posted on each side of the booth stating "WATCH SMITH MAKE CIDER".
Early founders and directors outside of a Fair tent. Pictured are: 1. J. P. Nevins 2. Dad Chamberlain 3. unidentified 4. Mr. Paulhamus 5. Perry Summerfield 6. unidentified 7. unidentified 8. Mr. Benthein (donor unknown)
Chas. Hood Hardware booth. The main Hood Hardware store sold hop supplies and other farming and household implements from a location near the corner of Pioneer and Meridian in downtown Puyallup
Hood Hardware booth featuring Superior Stoves and Ranges. The main Hood Hardware store sold hop supplies and other farming and household implements from a location near the corner of Pioneer and Meridian in downtown Puyallup