| The Grange Building, circa 1922, houses the exhibits of
Essex County Granges and the Topsfield Fair Farm Museum. The
building itself is a well preserved example of post & beam
construction.
 The Grange, a fraternal organization
founded in 1867, has been a participant in the Topsfield Fair
since the turn of the twentieth century. An annual independently
judged competition is held among participating Granges whose
displays must adhere to published guidelines. Statewide Junior
Grange contest displays are also exhibited.
The volunteer Grange committee runs a sales booth of
handmade items to benefit local Granges, as well as a scholarship
raffle to benefit graduating seniors from Essex Agricultural &
Technical High School. In addition the committee provides
entertainment on its small indoor stage.
The Farm Museum displays artifacts, photos and a brief
history from area farms. A permanent, functioning Model Train
Exhibit brings delight to fairgoers of all ages. |
