Crafts and Collections

THE DETAILS

Superintendent:
Leslie Houghton
alonso.leslie@yahoo.com

Mail Entries to:

Portland Fair
P.O. Box 862
Portland CT, 06480
Please subject: Crafts & Collections

“Agriculture: Together We Grow Celebrating 250 Years of Progress in Agriculture”
– Agriculture Council of America

For 250 years our country has had dirt under its nails, and we couldn’t be more proud of it! From backyard gardeners to family farms, agriculture has always been at the heart of our community. This year’s fair celebrates that rich tradition through the hands-on skills passed down through generations – the perfectly preserved jam, the prize-winning bloom, the lovingly knitted garment. Whether you’re a lifelong farmer or a first time exhibitor these exhibits remind us that growing things together is what keeps our community thriving.

Look for these special Themed Entries throughout the Crafts & Community Tent

Baking	Trashion Show	Canned Goods
Happy Birthday America Cake	250 Years of America	Victory Garden Pickles
Veg & Fruits	Youth	Flowers
Heirloom Display	Flag	Native Arrangement
Crafts & Collections	Photography	Needle & Fiber Arts
“Farm to Table”	“Spotlight on Agriculture”	a “Sample of History”

RULES

Entries must be the work of the exhibitor.
Entry forms must be received by mail, no later than Tuesday before the fair. Absolutely no entries will be accepted after that date. The committee will accept exhibits on Thursday, the day before the fair between 5:00-7:00 pm. No unregistered entries will be accepted.
Judging for the entire department will be on the Danish System (all exhibits judged on their own merits and not in competition with other entries). Multiple awards can be given in a class. Judging will be on Friday.
The Exhibit tent will close at 5:00 on Sunday to the public and to the Exhibitors to prepare for 6:00 pick-up. THERE WILL BE ON ENTRY INTO THE TENT BETWEEN 5:00 – 6:00. Exhibits must be picked up on Sunday between 6:00 – 7:00 pm. Exhibits not picked up by 7:00 pm will be discarded. Any winnings will be donated back to the Portland
Limit is one entry per category. Please list description on entry form.
Entry must fit on our tables, however exhibitor may bring risers or display stands within their given space.
Inform committee if exhibit can be sold, with proceeds to benefit the Portland Fair.
Exhibits will be under observation at all times during the fair. Security guards will be on duty during the night, however the Association is not responsible for anything damaged, lost or stolen.