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Exhibitors must be residents of Davis Co. IA or members of the Davis Co. Genealogical Society. They must purchase a Davis Co. Fair membership for $1. Exhibits will be accepted on July 10, 2017 at the 4-H- Art Hall building between 3-5 p.m. Open judging will begin at 5:30 p.m. |
2017 Davis County Fair Rules for Genealogy Exhibits Subject to change |
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Rules for Genealogy Exhibits for the 2015 Davis County Fair
Exhibitors must be residents of Davis Co. IA OR members of the Davis Co. Genealogical Society. They musts purchase a Davis Co. Fair Membership for $1. Exhibits will be accepted on July 10, 2015 between 3 and 5 p.m. Open judging will begin at 5:30 p.m. Contact iadavis@netins.net with questions.
1. Each exhibit MUST have attached an explanation/genealogical connection of why it is important to the exhibitor including exhibitor’s name and address, and relationship. Index card recommended. 2. Suggest use of sheet protectors or sandwich type bags for protection; lamination is not recommended. 3. Original documents are discouraged, computer generated or photocopies will be accepted and need not be framed or matted. 4. NO entries will be accepted by mail. 5. No more than 1 entry per category per exhibitor. 6. Previous year’s first 3 placing items may not be re-exhibited.
Judging is based on the item as described in the category and the genealogical value of the item, not on the age or presentation. If entries don’t qualify or are not an acceptable standard, placing may be withheld. Not responsible in case of loss.
1st Place--$1.50 2nd Place--$1.25 3rd Place--$1.00 Best of Show $2.00 “Unless otherwise specified, exhibits must directly relate to exhibitor or exhibitor’s family.”
Category A: Research Material 1. Genealogical Collection: 3-ring Binder, Notebook, Scrapbook, etc. (Not published.) 2. Compiled Research: summary of research. Includes Ahnentafels & family group sheets. (May be published.) 3. Genealogical Proofs: copies or transcriptions of original research on one family or one line. 4. Two or more documents relevant to each other, ie: birth/death, marriage/divorce, enlistment/discharge, etc. 5. Genetic Genealogy: finding from DNA testing. Category B: Stories and Articles6. True Story: biography, memory, etc written by exhibitor. Typed, may include photos. Not to exceed 700 words. 7. Storytelling Display: timeline specific with photos. 8. Article from publication other than local. 9. Written Davis Co History: church, school, place, event. Typed, may include photos. Not to exceed 700 words. Need not directly relate to exhibitor. Category C: Charts10. Pedigree/Family Tree Chart: number of generations and completeness within those generations is considered. 11. Straight-Line Lineage Chart: relationship between 2 people: ancestor & descendant 12. Collateral Lineage Chart: relationship between 2 people, ie: Arnold Schwartzenegger & Maria Shriver. Category D: Personal Documents13. Records: diary, letters, ledgers, school, etc. 14. Religious: baptism, confirmation, bible, etc. 15. Certificate: birth, wedding, membership in organization, etc. (not government records) 16. Document or Certificate relating to Davis Co History. Need not directly relate to exhibitor. Category E: Legal Documents17. Vital Statistics: birth, marriage, or death. 18. Will or Probate 19. Land: land grant, deed, mortgage, lien, etc. 20. Military Record: discharge, pension, award, etc. 21. Misc Court: immigration, divorce, guardianship, civil, criminal, etc. Category F: Photos22. Two people or less. 23. Three people or more. 24. Pictorial Family History: poster or organized photo collection. 25. Home: homestead, house, barn, farming, family business, etc. 26. Community: school, church, cemetery/gravestones, organizations, events, etc. 27. Photos depicting Davis Co History. Need not directly relate to exhibitor. Category G: Miscellaneous28. Miscellaneous
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