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100 Years on the Avenue: The Story of the Big E

A century of The Big E: The history and significance of this New England tradition.

Aired 11/28/2016 | Rating NR

NEPM Documentaries

100 Years on the Avenue: The Story of the Big E

Special | 59m 17sVideo has Closed Captions

A century of The Big E: The history and significance of this New England tradition.

Since its inception in 1916, The Big E has been a showcase for New England agriculture and industry. Using archival materials, interviews with historians and staff, and current-day footage, this film chronicles the fair’s 100 years. It highlights all six New England states and articulates the ways in which each state contributes to this annual tradition. Length: 60 mins. Producer: Dave Fraser

Aired 11/28/2016 | Rating NR

NEPM Documentaries

100 Years on the Avenue: The Story of the Big E

Special | 59m 17sVideo has Closed Captions

Since its inception in 1916, The Big E has been a showcase for New England agriculture and industry. Using archival materials, interviews with historians and staff, and current-day footage, this film chronicles the fair’s 100 years. It highlights all six New England states and articulates the ways in which each state contributes to this annual tradition. Length: 60 mins. Producer: Dave Fraser

Aired 11/28/2016 | Rating NR

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