Do you remember your first fair?
The first American agricultural fair dates back to the early 1800’s with the Berkshire County Fair in Massachusetts, with a goal of creating a venue for farmers to come together, share information, and educate each other. Early fairs focused on the practical aspects of home farm life, such as preserving food and making butter and cheese. As modern times evolved in the 1900’s, “table luxury” categories such as cakes started appearing at fairs, indicating how rural life no longer needed to focus on just the basic necessities. Today, more than 3,000 state and regional fairs take place annually.
Sevier County held their first fair in 1937! This year will be the 82nd Annual Sevier County Fair and Rodeo. The Sevier County Arkansas Extension Homemakers Clubs (AEHC) and the Sevier County Fair Board would like to offer you an opportunity to participate in this community-wide annual event.
Join us on Saturday, July 13, at the Adams Building on UA Cossatot Campus at 10:00 A.M. as the AEHC hosts their first Sevier County Fair School. Refreshments will be served. Please call the Sevier County Extension office at 870-584-3013 and let us know you are coming. You will have an opportunity to learn about registering and displaying exhibits in the Education Building and about helping judges as they judge the items. There will be experienced volunteers to educate the public and to explain the opportunities available to show off your creativity and talent and to compete for a championship ribbon. They will also be answering any questions you may have.
Those of you that have a heart for canning, quilting, crafting, sewing, crocheting, cut flowers, potted plants, photography, oil painting, sketching, baking, and many other categories, Sevier County Fair has a place waiting for you!
Start on the path to becoming involved in your local community. Encourage a friend to join you in the Sevier County Fair School. Together, let’s make Sevier County a fun place!