Fans of the Iowa State Fair can pick up memorabilia or keepsakes in an auction that begins today. The Blue Ribbon Foundation helps fund the upkeep of the fairgrounds and spokesperson Drew Sniezek says there’s plenty of items to bid on.

The Blue Ribbon Foundation is hosting an auction of collectible items to raise money and honor the Iowa State Fair.Items include lapel pins dating back to 1993,

Fans of the Iowa State Fair will have the chance to own some unique collectible items that celebrate the event's history.An online auction started Thursday to benefit the Blue Ribbon Foundation, which in turn helps improve the fairgrounds.