Free Trade Show Part Of National High School Finals Rodeo

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. - More than 60 exhibitors will set up shop in the Orr Building on the Illinois State Fairgrounds during the 2007 National High School Finals Rodeo, selling items from Western wear and jewelry to saddles and horse trailers.

The trade show will be held from Saturday, July 21, through Saturday, July 28.  Hours are 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily.  It is not necessary to purchase a ticket to a rodeo performance in order to attend the show.  The general public is just as welcome as rodeo patrons to stop by and browse through the exhibitors' merchandise. 

The Orr Building is located on the fairgrounds between Gate 8 and Gate 9. For more information, visit www.rodeofinals.org. To learn more about other events taking place at the Illinois State Fairgrounds, including the 2007 Illinois State Fair, go to www.illinoisstatefair.info.