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The 40th Annual Richmond County Fair

DATES: August 31st to September 2nd

TIME: 12:00-6:00PM

Location: 441 Clarke Avenue

 

ABOUT

The Richmond county fair is one of the most fun events at the end of the summer that are held in Staten Island! If you want to plan a fun family trip, then you should definitely mark this event in your calendar. There are a ton of fun activities that all your family members can enjoy. You can ride carnival rides, listen to the awesome music of a lot of local bands, eat delicious street fair food, explore the 100+ vendors, participate in contests and games like pie-eating contests, three-legged races, etc., or just enjoy the scenery there of one of the most historic old towns in Staten Island! This year, they…

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Located at the center of Staten Island, Historic Richmond Town is a collection of 28 landmarked original settlements of European immigrants who moved there pre, during, and after the American Revolution War. Located on 441 Clarke Avenue, you can visit the outdoor museum of Historic Richmond Town and learn about the histories of the original settlements, or just simply partake in the seasonal activities it offers

History

Richmond Town was originally known for being the center of business and government on Staten Island in the 1700s. The island was booming with business, bustling with blacksmiths and packed with politics. However as Staten Island became more widely known, and a New York City borough in 1898, the town was already nearing gradual…

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Look forward to the annual Richmond County fair coming up on September 3 to September 5,2016! Located in Historic Richmond Town, 411 Clarke Ave,10306, this celebration to honor the area should be one filled with fun and laughter. 

With hopes to "create opportunities for the public to explore the diversity of the American experience, especially that of Staten Island and its neighboring communities from the colonial period to the present", the funds raised from the fair go towards supporting the educational programs at Historic Richmond Town. Tickets are $16 for general public, $10 ($11 at the door) for seniors 65+, and free for kids 30 inches and under. There is also the "Family Four Pack" which can be used for families of four with children. There is…

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Do you ever think to yourself that "there's nothing to do on Staten Island"? Well...you are wrong. Besides the usual shopping at Staten Island Mall, going to Ralph's Ices or the movies, Staten Island has a lot more to offer:

  1. The Staten Island Zoo is always a focal point when school is out. The Zoo recently had new additions to its exotic inventory. There are also class/group programs specified for age groups.
  2. Need to blow off some fun without getting in trouble? 5050 Skatepark is NYC's open indoor skate park and is opened 7 days a week to all bikes, skateboards, scooters, and rollerbladers. They also offer summer sessions up to 8 weeks long.
  3. Staten Island Children's Museum urge to nurture the creativity and curiosity natural to all children,…

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