Benton Franklin Fair & Rodeo

The fair has For a limited time (end of August) view a selection of fair scrapbooks, ribbons, programs and award from the Benton Franklin Fair & Rodeo. The Benton Franklin Fair has been around for 76 years! The Grape Festival, which was the precursor to the fair, has a permanent display in our museum.


Artis Vaughan Fan Collection

Artis Vaughan, former president of the Arts Council, recently passed away. To honor her memory, part of her extensive fan collection is on display, some as old the 1800s.