The State Fair of Louisiana is preparing to welcome visitors back to Shreveport October 29 through November 15, and this year’s fair will feature a special attraction that recently made history in the nation’s capital.
The Freedom 250 Ferris Wheel, which served as the centerpiece of America’s 250th anniversary celebration on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., is making its next stop at the State Fair of Louisiana.
Standing 110 feet tall, the Ferris wheel was a featured attraction at the Great American State Fair in Washington, where it welcomed visitors from across the country during a 16-day celebration. With the U.S. Capitol, Washington Monument and Smithsonian museums providing the backdrop, the wheel became part of the festivities recognizing the nation’s upcoming 250th birthday…