Early Registration & Drop Off: August 14 5-7pm

Registration & Drop off: August 18th 12-4pm

Pick up: August 25th 12-4pm

Monongalia County Center at Mylan Park

Community Exhibits

Quilt Show and Auction

  • Bed Quilts – minimum size 54”x 75”

    Class 1: Bed Quilt, Hand Pieced, Hand Quilted

    Class 2: Bed Quilt, Hand Pieced, Machine Quilted

    Class 3: Bed Quilt, Machine Pieced, Hand Quilted

    Class 4: Bed Quilt, Machine Pieced, Machine Quilted

    Class 5: Bed Quilt, Hand Applique

    Class 6: Bed Quilt, Machine Applique

    Class 7: Bed Quilt, Hand Embroidery

    Class 8: Bed Quilt, Machine Embroidery

    Class 9: Bed Quilt, Mixed technique

  • Small Quilts – Includes both throw quilts and juvenile quilts, smaller than 54”x 75”

    Class 1: Small Quilt, Hand Pieced, Hand Quilted

    Class 2: Small Quilt, Hand Pieced, Machine Quilted

    Class 3: Small Quilt, Machine Pieced, Hand Quilted

    Class 4: Small Quilt, Machine Pieced, Machine Quilted

    Class 5: Small Quilt, Hand Applique

    Class 6: Small Quilt, Machine Applique

    Class 7: Small Quilt, Hand Embroidery

    Class 8: Small Quilt, Machine Embroidery

    Class 9: Small Quilt, Mixed technique

  • Wall Quilts & Mini Quilts – No larger than 24” x 24”

    Class 1: Wall/Mini Quilt, Hand Pieced, Hand Quilted

    Class 2: Wall/Mini Quilt, Hand Pieced, Machine Quilted

    Class 3: Wall/Mini Quilt, Machine Pieced, Hand Quilted

    Class 4: Wall/Mini Quilt, Machine Pieced, Machine Quilted

    Class 5: Wall/Mini Quilt, Hand Applique

    Class 6: Wall/Mini Quilt, Machine Applique

    Class 7: Wall/Mini Quilt, Hand Embroidery

    Class 8: Wall Quilt, Machine Embroidery

    Class 9: Wall Quilt, Mixed technique

  • Miscellaneous Quilted Items (Clothing, quilted bags –must be 3 layers, quilted)

    Class 1: Wearable quilted clothing

    Class 2: Quilted bags

    Class 3: Other

Full Rules & Classes

The 2024 Quilt show is sponsored by All Makes Vacuum and Sewing Center & Maxwell Farms

Rules:

1. All entries must be made in last 2 years and must be hand or machine-pieced by a Monongalia County resident.

2. All entries must be clean and in good condition.

3. All entries larger than 54”x 75” must have a 3-inch pocket sewn along the top of the quilt or wall hanging to support the weight evenly for display.

4. Entries must be delivered and/or picked up in person at the exhibit building.  A claim ticket will be issued for each entry and will be required to be presented at the time of pick-up by the exhibitor or designee. If your claim ticket is lost, photo identification will be required to release your items.

a. On-site registration will be Sunday August 18th, 12-4pm at Mon County Center, 270 Mylan Park Lane, Morgantown, WV 26502.

b. Pick-up of all entries will be on Sunday, August 25th, 12-4pm at the Mon County Center

5. Classes or Categories will be assigned at the time of registration. Judges and/or Fair staff may reassign entries to a more appropriate division and/or class.

6. The same entry cannot compete in multiple classes or categories.

7. Although reasonable efforts are taken to safeguard the exhibitor’s property against loss, damage, or theft, the Monongalia County Fair is not responsible for any loss, damage or theft of exhibitor’s property brought on the premises during the period of the Monongalia County Fair.  Every precaution will be taken in the handling and exhibiting of entries.

8. The Monongalia County Fair reserves the right to amend and/or add to these rules and provides Inside Exhibits Committee with the final and absolute right to interpret all rules and regulations and arbitrarily settle and determine all matters, questions and differences in regard thereto.

9. All entries agree to remain on display for the duration of the fair.

10. Quilt entries are limited to 3 per person. 

Display only:

1. Heirloom quilts or items that do not meet the criteria listed are still invited to be shared.  These entries may be submitted for display only and will be tagged as such.  Written information and history of the quilt on display is encouraged and can be included with your quilt entry. 

Auction:

The Monongalia County Fair will be hosting its first Quilt Auction in 2024!  We want to grow our show and offer more premiums as we move forward, and we can help each other in the process!

1. Entrants will be given the option to commission their quilt entries for auction at registration.

2. The quilt auction will close on Saturday, August 24th, 2024 at 9pm.  Bids will be accepted via silent auction. Items will be available for pickup by winning bidders on Sunday, August 25th, 2024 between 12-4pm, at which time payment will be collected.  

3. Quilters will be permitted to place a minimum allowable bid on their item.

4. Monongalia County Fair Quilt Show will retain a 10% commission fee.  The remaining 90% is yours to keep!

Awards:

1. Awards will be presented.  All awards are granted at the discretion of the judges.

a. Ribbons and premiums will be awarded to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners in each class, provided that the class has multiple entries.

b. Best of Division Rosette and premium will be awarded to one first place winner in each division.

c. Best in Show will be awarded to one item in the show.  A rosette and premium will be awarded.

d. People’s Choice will be awarded and winning item will be based on votes from general public.  A rosette and premium will be awarded. 

f. Youth quilting division will be judged and awarded separate from the main quilting divisions

                   i.      Class 1: Junior youth, up to 12 years of age by January 1

                  ii.      Class 2: Senior youth, 13-18 years of age by January 1

Home, Arts and Garden Exhibits

  • Agriculture and Produce

    Rules:

    1. All products shown in this department must be grown during the 2024 season unless otherwise specified.

    2. Exhibits showing excessive spray residue may be downgraded. No wax or oil may be applied to any exhibit.

    3. All fruits and vegetables should be in prime eating condition (not over mature or under ripe).

    4. All entries should be clean, free from blemishes, uniform in size, shape, and color, true to variety, free of insects, insect damage, rot, and other diseases.

    5. Youth will be judged separately from adults

    Class 1: Field Corn

    Class 2: Forage Crops

    Class 3: Vegetables- Fresh

    Class 4: Gourds

    Class 5: Fruits

    Class 6: Farm Products

    PREMIER PRODUCE EXHIBITOR - The Premier Exhibitor will be determined by totalling the ribbon points for everyone entering 10 or more exhibits (must enter in 10 or more categories). Points will be based on Blue-3, Red-2, and White-1. The total number of points will be divided by the total number of entries. The person with the highest average will be the Premier Exhibitor.

    Full Classes & Rules

  • Floriculture

    Rules:

    1. All products shown in this department must be 2024 grown unless otherwise specified

    2. Each exhibitor is limited to ONE (1) entry per class, except where noted.

    3. Exhibits showing excessive spray residue may be downgraded. No wax or oil may be applied to any exhibit. Accessories are permitted to complete or enhance the design or to suggest a theme for the flower arrangement. Clear glass bottles are provided for flower specimens. Specimens should be free of insects, spray residue, damaged or diseased leaves.

    Class 1: Cut Flowers

    Class 2: Pott​ed Plants

    Class 3: Adult & Teenage Arrangements

    Class 4: Kids Arrangements

    PREMIER FLORAL EXHIBITOR - The Premier Exhibitor will be determined by totalling the ribbon points for everyone entering 10 or more exhibits (must enter in 10 or more categories). Points will be based on Blue-3, Red-2, and White-1. The total number of points will be divided by the total number of entries. The person with the highest average will be the Premier Exhibitor.

    Full Classes & Rules

  • Baked Goods

    Rules:

    1. Any canned item not picked up by Sunday August 25th at 4pm will be discarded.

    2. Only amateur exhibitors allowed, except where noted. “Amateur” is defined as a recreational hobby, not for livelihood or occupational therapy. “Professional” is defined as involvement in a hobby that results in financial gain for the participant and the participant deems part of their livelihood or occupational therapy.

    3. All exhibits must be made by the exhibitor from scratch. No exhibits should be made using a mix, or created at a store, bakery, or factory.

    4. Each exhibitor is limited to ONE entry per class.

    5. Youth will be judged separately from adults

    5. Foods for display must be covered using CLEAR plastic wrap.

    6. Do not bring food on valuable plates. Place on paper plates.

    7. Judges will award ribbons based on quality and variety.

    8. Sugar Free Foods must meet diabetic standards and include a recipe.

    9. Fair officials reserve the right to discard foods that are no longer suitable for display.

    Class 1: Breads

    Class 2: Cakes

    Class 3: Cookies

    Class 4: Pies

    Class 5: Candies and Fudge

    PREMIER BAKED GOODS EXHIBITOR: The Premier Exhibitor will be determined by totalling the ribbon points for everyone entering 10 or more exhibits (must enter in 10 or more categories). Points will be based on Blue-3, Red-2, and White-1. The total number of points will be divided by the total number of entries. The person with the highest average will be the Premier Exhibitor.

    Full Classes & Rules

  • Preserved Food

    Rules:

    1. Exhibit in quart or pint jars unless otherwise noted.

    2. Use Mason-type canning jars with two-piece lids that are sealed. Bands should be in place for transporting home canned products.

    3. Home canned foods to be judged must have been prepared within one-year prior to judging date.

    4. All exhibits must follow current canning guidelines in the USDA Complete Guide to Home Canning.

    5. Fair officials reserve the right to dispose of any spoiled canned good.

    6. All canned goods will be judged on color, correct head space, condition of product, sealing of container, and condition of jars, lids, and rings used. Canned fruit and vegetables will also be judged on proportion of solids to liquids and uniformity of size and shape of product. Jams, jellies, and preserves will also be judged on clearness and sparkle.

    6. Youth will be judged separately from adults

    Class 1: Canned Goods

    Class 2: Pickled Foods

    Class 3: Soft Spreads

    Class 4: Dried Fruits and Vegetables

    PREMIER PRESERVED FOODS EXHIBITOR - The Premier Exhibitor will be determined by totalling the ribbon points for everyone entering 10 or more exhibits (must enter in 10 or more categories). Points will be based on Blue-3, Red-2, and White-1. The total number of points will be divided by the total number of entries. The person with the highest average will be the Premier Exhibitor.

    Full Classes & Rules

  • Arts & Crafts

    Rules:

    1. Articles must have been made within the last two (2) years (unless otherwise stated) and be in good condition.

    2. Articles which have been previously exhibited in this department are not eligible for competition.

    3. Each exhibitor is limited to ONE entry per class unless otherwise noted

    4. Small articles, doilies, place mats, etc., must be mounted on cardboard; dresses, suits, blouses, etc., must be on coat hangers.

    5. Youth will be judged separately from adults

    Class 1: Arts

    Class 2: Photography

    * 2 entries allowed per class

    * Premiums will be awarded to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place as well as Best in Show. Premiums are sponsored by All Pro Photography and Framing

    Class 3: Needlework

    Class 4: Crafts

    PREMIER CRAFT EXHIBITOR - The Premier Exhibitor will be determined by totalling the ribbon points for everyone entering 10 or more exhibits (must enter in 10 or more categories). Points will be based on Blue-3, Red-2, and White-1. The total number of points will be divided by the total number of entries. The person with the highest average will be the Premier Exhibitor.

    Full Classes & Rules