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Washington County is home to Missouri's oldest courthouse still in use — explore Potosi's historic district and the nearby Elephant Rocks and Johnson's Shut-Ins state parks.
Washington County Fair Overview
The Washington County Fair, based in Potosi, takes place in early August in the heart of Missouri's old iron-mining country in the southeastern Ozarks. Potosi is one of Missouri's oldest towns, and the fair reflects the deep sense of community that has sustained this rural county through generations of change.
Highlights
Expect livestock shows, 4-H competitions, carnival rides, fair food, and local entertainment over four days in a county known for its scenic hills and historic mining heritage.
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