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Wood County Heritage Days & Power of Yesteryear Farm & Tractor Show

Wood County Heritage Days & Power of Yesteryear Farm & Tractor Show

Wood County Heritage Days & Power of Yesteryear Farm & Tractor Show

Wood County Heritage Days & Power of Yesteryear Farm & Tractor Show

Wood County Heritage Days & Power of Yesteryear Farm & Tractor Show

 

 

Wood County Heritage Days celebrates Wood County’s strong ties with agriculture and the farm. We hope to connect Wood County’s rich farm history with the current trend of local and sustained farming, community farmers’ markets, and local agricultural support groups who can share information on today’s farming practices.

The Power of Yesteryear Club Antique Farm & Tractor Show features restored & non-restored tractors, gas engines, and farm equipment. Events include a kiddie pedal pull, a tractor parade, and oil and field demonstrations from a working oil derrick.

“Life at the Home” demonstrations will show daily chores done on the homestead - from cultivating the earth to cooking over an open a fire, along with many skilled demonstrations of lost arts. Live animals, local music, and children’s games and activities provide fun for all ages. Sunday events include the annual Wood County Historical Society BBQ Fundraiser and the Wood County Spirit Awards ceremony honoring notable Wood Countians.

If you would like to participate as a vendor or demonstrator, please review the vendor criteria and send in your application with payment (if applicable) by or postmarked by MAY 15, 2010.

* FREE PARKING * FREE ADMISSION *
Power of Yesteryear Farm & Tractor Show


JOIN US FOR A WEEKEND FULL OF FUN AND GAMES

ENTERTAINMENT
SATURDAY, JUNE 12
TBA Noon - 2 PM Main Stage
Bowling Green Area Community Band 3 - 4 PM Main Stage
SUNDAY, JUNE 13
TBA 11 AM - 1 PM Main Stage
Spirit of Wood County Awards 2 PM - 3 PM Main Stage

 

DEMONSTRATION & ACTIVITIES *subject to change
Oil Derrick & Steam Engine
Blacksmithing & Cut-cut Saw Demo
Quilting - Black Swamp Quilt Guild
Lunatic Asylum - Mental Health
Power of Yesteryear Tractor Show and Farm Demos
Petting Zoo
Kiddie Tractor Pedal Pull - 2 PM each day
Wood County Historical Society Barn Bums Farm Collection
Visit the Pole Barn - Corn Barn - Hog Barn
Black Swamp Herb Society
Infirmary Barn and Model Display - Herman Aufdencamp (Ice House)
Wood County Historical Society Membership Booth
Heritage Poultry & Egg Hatching
Kids' Games - sacks, hoops, game of graces, town ball
Infirmary Inmates Vintage Base Ball

 

Power of Yesteryear Farm Show:
tractors, farm implements, engines, toys, agricultural demos
Kiddie Pedal Pull 2 PM (register at Pole Barn at 1:00)
CONCESSIONS
*Poppin' George's Kettle Korn*
 
*Grandma's Homemade Ice Cream*
Wood Co. Historical Society
Pork-a-leans, hot dogs, big pickles, pretzels, chips
Wood Co. Historical Society BBQ
SUNDAY ONLY! 11 am - 2 pm or until sold out

Meal includes: Choice of Harlan's Chicken or Pork Chop BBQ, 2 sides (baked potato, cole slaw), roll w/ butter.
Homemade pie and other sides available.

 


Now accepting applications for 2010 - until MAY 15, 2010

Download an PDF document. Adobe Acrobat Reader necessary. application if you are a farm or agricultural-related demonstrator, sutler, or community group.

Mail application and payment to:
Wood County Historical Center & Museum
attn. Wood County Heritage Days
13660 County Home Road
Bowling Green, Ohio 43402
or fax to 419-352-6220
For more information: 419.352.0967 or museum@woodcountyhistory.org


Participant Criteria

DEMONSTRATORS provide a hands-on approach to the lost arts. See farming equipment in action such as cultivators, grinders, and shellers. Food demonstrations may include bean snapping, cider press, and watching corn go from the stalks to delicious cornbread. Live animals will be on site.

BOOTH INFORMATION -

1. BOOTH SET-UP TIME: Friday, June 11 from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM*
(*Set-up on the grounds after 5 PM is allowed, however staff may not be available for assistance) [or] Saturday, June 12 from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

2. EVENT HOURS: Saturday, June 12 and Sunday, June 13; 10 AM to 5 PM each day.

3. The Wood County Historical Society is not responsible for any loss or damage to the property of the participant.

4. Exhibitors must furnish their own needed materials such as tents, tables, chairs, display walls, extension cords, signage, etc.

5. ADVANCE RESERVATION NECESSARY for the use of 110 or 220 electrical service, water service, or fire pit access. Please indicate on application.

6. Participants are selected strictly on their merit as interpreted by the Wood County Heritage Days Ad-hoc Committee and the staff of the Wood County Historical Center & Museum.

7. The Wood County Historical Society takes no percentage of profits from outside vendors unless otherwise stated.

8. Booth spaces are marked in 10’ x 10’ increments. Multiple spaces available.

9. BOOTH FEES:
-Sutlers and vendors selling items for profit: $25/one day, $40/two days for each 10’ x 10’ space
-Food vendors: $50/one day, $70/two days for each 10’ x 20’ space
-Demonstrators and Community Groups: no charge
Any unusual circumstances or discrepancies will be reviewed by the Wood County Heritage Days ad-hoc committee.


FOOD VENDORS:
We encourage food vendors to apply who have an authentic pioneer or hand-made approach to their craft. BOOTH SET-UP TIME: Friday, June 11 from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM* (*Set-up on the grounds after 5 PM is allowed, however staff may not be available for assistance) [or] Saturday, June 12 from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM. Food vendors must furnish their own needed materials such as tents, tables, chairs, display walls, etc. Limited 110 and 220 electrical service is available and must be reserved in advance. Limited water service is available. Participants are selected strictly on their merit as interpreted by the Wood County Heritage Days Ad-hoc Committee and the staff of the Wood County Historical Center & Museum in conjunction with the stated Wood County Heritage Days Mission Statement. The Wood County Historical Society takes no percentage of profits from outside vendors unless otherwise stated.

EVENT HOURS: Saturday, June 12 and Sunday, June 13; 10 AM to 5 PM each day. The Wood County Historical Society is not responsible for any loss or damage to the property of the participant. The Wood County Historical Society will host an annual BBQ fundraiser on Sunday, June 13, so no competing food vendors will be hired on that day.

BOOTH FEES:
Food vendors: $50/one day, $70/two days for each 10’ x 20’ space


ENTERTAINMENT
A variety of talents assemble throughout the weekend. From Dulcimers to bluegrass, this event examines how music helped fuel our history. The Museum provides a tent-covered stage, and limited sound system. Performers are welcome to bring their own sound system if desired. Acoustic or solo performers may also play throughout the grounds. Performances last for 60-120 minutes.

If you are a musician or musical group interested in performing, contact Kelli Kling at museum@woodcountyhistory.org for more information.

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Who Do I Contact Regarding Special Events?

Kelli

Kelli Kling
Marketing, PR, & Special Events
Wood County Historical Center & Museum
13660 County Home Road
Bowling Green, OH 43402
419-352-0967
museum@woodcountyhistory.org