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800-Pound ‘Butter Cow’ Returns to Illinois State Fair

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800-Pound ‘Butter Cow’ Returns to Illinois State Fair

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A cherished tradition at the Illinois State Fair saw the unveiling of the 102nd annual Butter Cow sculpture, an 800-pound bovine masterpiece carved entirely from butter. Governor J.B. Pritzker and Agriculture Director Jerry Costello II did the honors of revealing the iconic sculpture at the fairgrounds.

Illinois Governor Pritzker added a personal touch by using a squeegee to clear the condensation from the cow’s glass enclosure during the unveiling ceremony.

The sculpture features a unique depiction this year, portraying Illinois dairy farmer Lorilee Shultz from Mill-R-Mor Dairy in Orangeville, milking the buttery bovine. The same display case showcases another sculpture of Shultz’s granddaughter, Lucy, tending to a calf.

Renowned artist Sarah Pratt sculpted the 2023 Butter Cow. The sentiment behind this art runs deep, as Pratt’s own daughter, Grace, sculpted the additional piece of Lucy and the calf, symbolizing the importance of family in Illinois farming.

The Illinois State Fair, open from Thursday until August 20, invites visitors to witness the captivating Butter Cow creation firsthand via the state’s dedicated Butter Cow webcam, keeping this unique tradition alive for generations to come.

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