First Cattle show of the Essex Agricultural Society
The First Cattle show of the Essex Agricultural Society. The first show took place in Topsfield and it was only a one day event.The fair as it is known today descended from The Cattle Show that was held on October 5, 1820 in Topsfield. According to historical documents, Topsfield was chosen because it was the most central point in Essex County in those days of stagecoach travel.