Thanks to the donors and board of the Chilkat Valley Community Foundation for a grant supporting construction of two new chariots for the fair’s carousel. Yellow cedar panels carved by Jim Heaton added a beautiful local component to the ride.
Rebuilding the chariots is part of a several phase project to restore the carousel to good condition. Projects to come include replacing mechanical components, reconstructing wood-and-metal horses, and rebuilding the floor and decorative panels.
Thanks to CVCF for helping the fair move forward toward the goal of ensuring the carousel is enjoyed by future generations. Jessica Edwards Southeast Alaska State Fair Executive Director