“Neigh”borhood Corral

This in-depth agricultural exhibit focuses entirely on horses!

The “Neigh”borhood Corral features grooming demonstrations, educational displays and more, all of which feature engaging and exciting information about the horse industry.

Stop by for 5 daily public demonstrations at 11:30am, 1pm, 2pm, 4pm, and 6pm.

Located on Sue Wetley Court across from the Compeer Financial Discovery Barnyard. Open 10am-9pm.

Please note, the “Neigh”borhood Corral will close at 8pm on the final Sunday of the State Fair.

Here’s a Glimpse into the Exhibit

Ask a Horse Expert

Have a horse-related question that isn’t answered in the exhibit? Ask one of the horse experts located throughout the “Neigh”borhood Corral.

Neighborhood Corral Measure Height in Hands

Measuring a Horse’s Height

Did you know that the height of a horse is measured in hands? One hand is equal to four inches.

See how you measure up to horses by measuring yourself in hands in the “Neigh”borhood Corral.

Neighborhood Corral

What Does a Horse Eat

Ever wonder how much water horses drink? Or how much hay they eat each day?

Find out from one of the many informational displays located inside the “Neigh”borhood Corral. Not only can you learn about a horse’s diet, but also learn about the different horse competitions at the State Fair, what makes a horse a draft horse, and more.

Abbi’s Alcove featuring Abbi the Appaloosa!

Take a moment to kick back in Abbi’s Alcove. Enjoy an agriculture book on one of the reading benches and further explore horses with sensory-friendly activities like seek-n-find bottles and sorting bags.