History of Merced County Fair (209) 722-1507 in Merced, California - vintage photos and historical info including past parades, WPA, Merced agriculture, Merced College, Japanese internment, Merced and Mariposa County Fair, and more.

	*Famous Lennon Sisters performed at the fair*
	The Lennon Sisters of Lawrence Welk’s weekly TV variety show, were hosted by The Merced County Fair in 1966. Far left is Miss Merced County, Sally Reed of Ballico. The Lennon Sisters are from left, Peggy, Kathy, Janet and Dianne Lennon. The majority of folks who saw this photo believe it was taken right here at The Branding Iron Restaurant. RETURN TO PREVIOUS PAGE