A fairgoer checks out a turbine in the north end of the grounds. Photo by Dustin Kindell

At the kid-friendly construction site, a young man uses the digging machine. Photo by Dustin Kindell

Anyone can try out this large piece of machinery. Photo by Dustin Kindell

A future brick mason learns the tricks of the trade. Photo by Dustin Kindell

Mixing mortar can be messy but fun. Photo by Dustin Kindell

A youngster tests the discs on a piece of farm machinery. Photo by Dustin Kindell

Testing the Nitro Ice Cream in the Eisenhower building. Photo by Dustin Kindell

The Kansas State Fair trolley gives weary fairgoers a lift. Photo by Dustin Kindell

Even with no water, the fountains by the Administration Building can be great fun. Photo by Dustin Kindell

Model trains fascinate this little girl. Photo by Dustin Kindell

On the last Sunday, the Nostalgic Car Show attracted lots of visitors. Photo by Dustin Kindell

Checking out one of the cars in teh Nostalgic Car Show. Photo by Dustin Kindell

Refurbished cars of all ages were on display. Photo by Dustin Kindell

An owner adds some spit and polish to his car. Photo by Dustin Kindell

A toddler rides the flying dragon. Photo by Mollie Roths

Members of the Colgate Country Band sing at the AT & T arena. Photo by Mollie Roths