The State Fair of Texas is one week away and Big Tex is taking his place at the center of Fair Park.
The 55-foot tall cowboy will be saying "Howdy, folks" to attendees again this year.This will be Big Tex's 71st year at the fair.
The original 'Big Tex' at the Texas State Fair circa 1954-1956. Jessica Bonilla, a social worker and artist from Irving, designed the boots which features a setting sun behind a cactus with wildlife.
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