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News We Love: Butter cow sculptor celebrates 20 years at Iowa State Fair
The Iowa State Fair’s iconic butter cow sculpture is back, and Sarah Pratt is celebrating 20 years as its sculptor. Pratt said the sculpture, located inside the Agriculture Building across from the Iowa Pork Tent, takes about 80 hours to create, depending on the year.
She said her inspiration for this year’s sculpture centers on America’s 250th birthday while also honoring all the people who help make the Iowa State Fair possible.
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“It is a huge honor. It is one of my favorite exhibits,” Pratt said. “My kids have grown up being part of it, and it’s just a huge honor being a part of this lovely tradition.”
This year’s cooler also features a butter Pepsi Clock, a replica of the iconic State Fair landmark that spins just like the original on the Grand Concourse.
