Montgomery County Agricultural Fair
A 1940s project to get young people involved in agriculture and homemaking skills turned into one of the largest county fairs on the East Coast -- and it was started by kids. The first Montgomery County Agricultural Fair began as a one-day livestock show in 1949, sponsored by the county's 4-H Club, an organization for young people interested in farming. The fair was a way for farmers to show their best farm animals to each other and to get youth excited about farming, gardening, and homemaking skills such as preserving foods. Over the years, the fair has become a way to get a peek into farm life, as fewer people are involved in farming.
Directions : I-270 North, take Exit 11 (Montgomery Village/Fairgrounds); At next light make a right onto Route 355 South; make a right onto Perry Parkway; Fairground entrance will be on the left; 1/2 mile.
Tel: 301-926-3100 or 301- 963-FAIR
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This farmer displays his locally grown Montgomery County peaches.
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This farmer displays a variety of locally grown Montgomery County tomatoes.
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This Certified Angus Beef is the world's premium brand of fresh beef.
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Through the 4-H beef project you are given the opportunity to learn about taking care of an animal, working with other young people, and developing sound judgment skills. When beginning with any new project or activity it is a learning experience for all involved. More knowledge is gained by taking part than by watching others.
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Showing beef cattle not only generates enthusiasm and competition in the show ring, but also teaches valuable lessons that can be used in day to day life. These lessons include responsibility, learning about work and determination to reach a goal, winning graciously and losing with dignity.
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When judging swine, you should first view the animal from the ground and work your way up and then from the rear and work your way forward. This is fine fine specimen was a winner at the Montgomery County Agricultural Fair.
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Participation on a 4-h judging team enhances a student's ability to think, reason and communicate. These skills are in great demand in the job market as many former judging team members have gone on to obtain leadership roles in the livestock, dairy and meat industries.
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Pigs were brought to southeastern North America from Europe by De Soto and other early Spanish explorers, where escapees became feral and were freely used by Native Americans as food.
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Members of the Montgomery County Republican Party outreaching to the community at the fair. *
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A montgomery county metal worker.
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Teaching a young girl how to use a hand saw.
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A Capital area boyscout walks carefully on a home made rope bridge.
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This coal fired steam engine bellowed out alot of smoke.
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A vintage tractor is exhibited at the Montgomery County Fair.
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These ladies are hand spinning wool from antique foot powered machines. That must be a good workout.
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