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MPCA's online gallery of the exhibit space over the years.
News outlets
For story ideas and information, media contacts should go to MPCA's Stephen Mikkelson (218-316-3887 or 800-657-3864 Minnesota toll free).
Creative reuse wins blue ribbon at State Fair
At the MPCA, we take our work seriously. Some of us even take our passion for reducing waste and reuse to the State Fair. Check out our blue-ribbon prize-winning staff attorney.
Climate Change and Lake Superior
Lake Superior is warming more quickly than the air around it. Great Lakes Aquarium has an exhibit about how climate change can affect this Great Lake and native species that need cold water to thrive.
Welcome to Safety Town
This exhibit teaches children basic traffic rules and regulations, potential hazards to traveling and the skills needed to bike and walk safely through their community.
Paul Bunyan and a big and tall tale of waste
Don't miss Paul Bunyan at the Eco Experience at the State Fair. His outfit is made entirely out of re-used textiles to raise awareness about clothing waste!
Reduce reuse recycle
In the Repair to Reuse area, get a hands-on reuse experience that will appeal to the seasoned repair person and the new DIYer. Daily demos by fixit experts.
Nature adventure play
Learn ways to create nature adventure play areas in your yard. A FREE outdoor space where you can take time to watch your kids explore and unwind from the craziness of the fair.
Healthy local food
Renewing the Countryside presents "Best if Used," calling attention to the important issue of food waste and how we can minimize it. Cooking demos, food samples, and Peace Coffee samples will be available.
Drinking water
Belly up to the Water Bar to taste water from around Minnesota and visit with residents of those communities. Explore the meaning of water.