Exhibit Halls
The Best In Class
173rd Begins June 15th!
Museums & Exhibit Halls
Explore our permanent collection of historical artifacts from years gone by! Independent Agricultural entrees will be on display throughout the fairgrounds.
The Springfield Fair Association's agricultural collection may be seen by appointment & over the fair.
Entrees & Exhibition may be entered at the fairgrounds 9am-5pm on Monday, August 29th, Tuesday, August 30th, Wednesday August 31st, Thursday, September 1st leading up to the Labor Day Weekend Fair. All entrees must be entered by 5pm on Thursday, Sept. 1st.
Display in Exhibit Halls
Items may be entered into the exhibit halls the week leading up to the fair! It is FREE to enter to win cash prizes!
Sewn things, knit things, canned foods, grown vegetables, artwork, photography and more categories exist!
2023 Baking Categories include: Open Pie Contest & Whoopie Pies
"All artisans, growers, crafters, bakers and others are encouraged to enter their productions into the exhibition halls!"
-- The Springfield Fair
EXHIBITION HALLS
Exhibition halls are a reflection of our areas crafting and growing traditions!
Exhibition halls are a reflection of our areas crafting and growing traditions!
Exhibition halls are a reflection of our areas crafting and growing traditions!
Exhibition halls are a reflection of our areas crafting and growing traditions!
Registration: The week leading up to the fair
Superintendent: Pamela Uva 403-3016
Additional categories may be added at the superintendent’s discretion. Entrance requirements may also be amended by hall superintendent at their discretion.
The Springfield Fair host two exhibition halls! One under the Grandstand and another known as the Pavilion. These buildings are packed with artisans, crafters, auxiliary clubs, and civic organizations. We are dedicated to providing this space for years to come as we are proud of the produce, products, and crafts that are local economy creates creatively! Our halls have many categories are our judges have prize money and ribbons for the best in show!
All entrees must be in the exhibition halls by 5pm on Thursday, September 1st.
Please Note: If Exhibit Hall entries are not deemed “up to quality” by the judges, they may be judged down a premium category (Ex. blue to red ribbon).
Seed & Plant Swap
Bring seeds & plants to the exhibition hall 9am-5pm Tuesday - Thursday prior to the fair.
No. This doesn’t mean that you and the old man take a bite of watermelon and then “swap seeds” (wink wink). This is an honest to goodness chance to bring in your extra seeds and trade ‘em for some new seeds for your garden. We will have a table or two in the exhibit hall available for anyone who would like to bring in, or take, some extra seeds. The seeds (or plants) should be clearly marked as to what they are. Also, the year the seeds were harvested (if known).
Seeds and plants will be free for the taking. Please take only what you need or can use. Leave a few for others to share and enjoy. Sharing seeds can be a fun way to bring your gardens some diversity. Access to the seed/plant swap will be during normal exhibit hall hours.
"We invest in our local community and provide opportunities for our young generations to live close to the land while developing strong values!"
-- The Springfield Fair
LOCAL MAINE 4-H EXHIBITS
Registration: The week leading up to the fair
Superintendent: Pamela Uva 403-3016
Items may be entered 9am-5pm Monday through Thursday the week prior to the fair. No entries after 5pm on Thursday, September 1st.
Additional categories may be added at the superintendent’s discretion. Entrance requirements may also be amended by hall superintendent at their discretion.
4-H Exhibit Classes
Candle making - any candle made by a member that displays appropriate skills for level exhibited.
Foods and Nutrition
Beginner - 3 drop cookies (any recipe)
Intermediate - 1 loaf quick bread (any recipe)
Advanced - 1 loaf yeast bread (any recipe)
Food Preservation - Preserves made during exhibit year, including (but not limited to) fruit, berries, jams, jellies, vegetables or pickles.
Beginner - 2 jars, any type
Intermediate - 4 jars, any type
Advanced - 6 jars, any type
Garden - any type of vegetable, raised by a member, displayed on a paper plate, in lots of 5.
Health - Poster and/or display promoting good health.
4-H Individual Project
Any article or display that is not listed in these classes, but showing appropriate skills for the level exhibited.
Knitting - Any article, made by a member, displaying appropriate skills for the level exhibited.
Natural Dried Plant Craft - Any article, made by a member, displaying appropriate skills
for the level exhibited.
Natural Resources - Includes forestry, geology, wildlife, plant life, soils, air, water, wildflowers.
Collections for beginner level only. Displays for all others.
Needlework - Candlewicking, crewel, cross-stitch, embroidery.
Outdoor Plants - Cut flowers or flowers in a pot.
Photography - All photos must be mounted for display. Color and/or black and white photos are accepted.
Beginner - 6 photos, any subject.
Intermediate - 12 photos, any subject.
Advanced - Total of 20 photos; including one photo story of 6 pictures; 2 action shots; 2 still-life pictures; 2 pictures related to a community project; 2 close-up
pictures; 3 indoor shots; 3 outdoor shots.
Plastic Canvas - Any article, made by the member, displaying appropriate skills for the level exhibited.
Quilting - Any article, made by a member, displaying appropriate skills for the level exhibited.
Wildflowers - Any display or article using wildflowers, that displays appropriate skills for the level exhibited.
Woodworking - Any article, made by a member, displaying appropriate skills for the level exhibited.
4-H Demonstrations
Any 4-H member in Maine may present a demonstration or illustrated talk in our 4-H Day Demonstration, provided she/he has registered with the Superintendent of Exhibitions by Sept. 2nd. Registration forms may be obtained by calling the Penobscot County Cooperative Extension Office.
4-H Day Demonstrations will take place on Saturday, September 3rd.
4-H Exhibits Rules & Regulations
1. Entries are open to boys and girls in Maine who display an approved 4-H project or activity.
2. Entries must be current 4-H projects. Ribbons and premiums will be awarded to worthy exhibits on the basis of individual merit.
3. Each entry must be plainly marked with a 4-H entry tag, obtained from the Superintendent of Exhibits.
4. All exhibits must be delivered to the Exhibit Hall on prior to the fair.
5. All exhibits must be removed from the Exhibition Hall by Monday Sept. 5th
6. The Springfield Fair will afford the best possible care of all exhibits; however, we disclaim any liability for loss or damage to displays or the personal property of the exhibitors.
7. All premiums and ribbons are awarded only to those exhibits deemed worthy by the judges.
8. Exhibitors will not have reached their 20th birthday on January 1st of the exhibit year.
9. Entry to the Fairgrounds on 4-H Day (Sunday) will be by regular 4-H membership cards. Members must pay any additional fees to ride the carnival rides.
10. The management reserves the right to grant variances to the above regulations where extenuating circumstances warrant.
11. All premiums awarded in 4-H exhibits will be: 1st Place - $6.00; 2nd Place - $4.00; 3rd Place - $2.00. All other exhibitors will receive a participant ribbon.
"We invest in our local community and provide opportunities for our young generations to live close to the land while developing strong values!"
-- The Springfield Fair
About Us
Established in 1851, the Springfield Fair is an award winning agricultural fair in the heart of the Maine Highlands Region! Enjoy live animal demonstrations, exciting shows and music, truck pulls, heritage museums, and big time demolition derby. We celebrate our colorful traditions every June and are excited to invite you to the 173rd Springfield Fair!
Our roots run deep.
Contact Info
Phone
+1 207-290-0760
Email
thespringfieldfairgrounds@gmail.com
Street Address:
91 Park Street
Springfield, Maine 04487
Mailing Address:
Springfield Fair Assoc., Inc.
PO Box 342
Lee, Maine 04455
