Relive the heritage of our county as reenactors, lost arts demonstrations, historical renditions, and guest speakers bring the past to life. Please join us for a full weekend of celebration! Follow the timeline from native people to pioneers to modern developments as you learn to dip candles, make your own rope, or taste something unusual, but delicious.

During the weekend, the Power of Yesteryear hosts its annual Antique Farm and Tractor Show with restored & non-restored tractors, gas engines, and farm equipment. Events include a kiddie pedal pull, oil field and farm demonstrations, and a tractor parade. This long-standing tradition brings out farm enthusiasts young and old.

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JOIN US FOR A WEEKEND FULL OF FUN AND GAMES

COMMUNITY GROUPS
A variety of community groups and organizations show their Wood County pride! Wood Co. Solid Waste District Wood Co. ADAMHS Board Friends of Wood Co. CASA Wood Co. Parks/Zimmerman School Wood Co. Humane Society Wood Co. Historical / INFO BOOTH Northwestern Ohio Water & Sewer BG Convention & Visitors Bureau Main Street Bowling Green (Sun.) Wood County Hospital (Sat.) Boomtown Preservation Society (Sat.) Bowling Green 175th Anniversary Wood Co. Health Department		Spirit of Wood County Awards Sunday, June 15 at 2:00 PM Following the Society BBQ fundraiser For more about the awards, visit the official Wood County website
DEMONSTRATORS & REENACTORS Get a hand-on lesson about blacksmithing or cow milking!
Power of Yesteryear Farm Show: tractors, farm implements, engines, toys, agricultural demos Kiddie Pedal Pull 2 PM (register at Pole Barn at 1:00)
Seven Eagles Education Center G.M.R.H. Trading Co., Inc Chair Caning Northwest OH Foodways Toledo Gem & Rockhound (Sunday) Crochet Crafts (Saturday) Lake of the Cat Publishing (Saturday) Jim Mollenkopf Ro-Jo Dairy Trinity Acres Petting Zoo (Sat) Contris Farms Petting Zoo (Sun) Wood Co. Infirmary Inmates Vintage Base Ball Herb Garden Black Swamp Herb Society Revolutionary War Reenactment NW Ohio Railroad Preservation WCHS Barn Bums Farm Show Black Swamp Quilt Guild Demo Blacksmithing Oil Derrick & Steam Engine Panoramic Photography with Doug Grosjean		BE IN OUR PANORAMIC PHOTO Join us at the Oil Derrick / Blacksmith Shop at 4:00 PM both Saturday and Sunday to be a part of Doug's panoramic photo. Saturday: black & white, Sunday: color. Photos available for viewing at the Curator Series program on June 25.
CONCESSIONS
Poppin' George's Kettle Korn	Wood Co. Historical Society Pork-a-leans, hot dogs, big pickles, pretzels, chips	Grandma's Homemade Ice Cream
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, green beans), roll w/ butter. Homemade pie and other sides available.

Participant Criteria

The Wood County Heritage Days mission:
Wood County Heritage Days is an educational event and social celebration sponsored by the Wood County Historical Society to promote the historical center and to educate the public about Wood County’s history including past and present events, achievements, people, and culture.

We encourage all participants, reenactors as well as county agencies, to present some aspect of history: demonstrate your talent for the lost arts by weaving or flint napping, tell your stories of days-gone-by as a costumed interpreter, educate the public about the origin of your organization and how its presence has impacted Wood County, or educate with games and hands-on activities.

LOST ARTS DEMONSTRATORS provide a hands-on approach to the lost arts. Rope making, flint knapping, and soap making are just a few of the talents that are fun to do.

REENACTORS bring the past to life. Native Indian, Civil War, and other groups set up camp and relive our history before your very eyes. Reenactors often demonstrate lost arts as well.

COMMUNITY GROUP & COUNTY AGENCIES show how our county is thriving and serving our community today.

FOOD VENDORS. We encourage food vendors to apply who have an authentic pioneer or hand-made approach to their craft.

ENTERTAINMENT. A variety of talents assemble throughout the weekend. From Dulcimers to bluegrass, this event examines how music helped fuel our history.

Booth Information

1. BOOTH SET-UP TIME:
   • Friday, June 13 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 14 from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
2. EXHIBITION HOURS:
   • Saturday, June 14 and Sunday, June 15 from 10:00 AM to 5:00 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, 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 in conjunction with the stated Wood County Heritage Days Mission Statement.
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.
9. BOOTH FEES:
   • Sutlers and Vendors. Sutlers and vendors include any entity that is selling items.
     • $20/one day, $30/two days for each 10’ x 10’ space
   • Food Vendors. Food vendors include any entity selling food for profit.
     • $40/one day, $60/two days for each 10’ x 20’ space
   • Reenactors and Demonstrators. Reenactors and demonstrators include any person or group that is solely providing a reenactment or demonstration service, including Community Groups.
     • No charge
     • A variety of campsite and open areas are available for groups and special-needs reenactors (fire, tents, space for activities). Reenactors may also reserve a10' x 10' booth space
   • Food Vendors. We encourage food vendors to apply who have an authentic pioneer or hand-made approach to their craft.
     • Limited 110 and 220 electrical service is available and must be reserved in advance.
     • Limited water service is available.
     • $40/one day, $60/two days for each 10’ x 20’ space
     • The Wood County Historical Society will host an annual fundraiser BBQ on Sunday, so no competing food vendors will be hired on that day.
   • 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.
     
     
10. Any unusual circumstances or discrepancies will be reviewed by the Wood County Heritage Days ad-hoc committee.

Application Information All participants must submit the following postmarked by FRIDAY, APRIL 4th, 2008:

1. Completed 2008 Application Form [ 2008 application]
2. Appropriate booth fee. Booth fees will be returned in full to applicants who are not accepted. Make checks payable to “Wood County Historical Society.”
3. One legal size, self addressed, stamped envelope.
4. Entries must be postmarked by FRIDAY, APRIL 4th, 2008.
5. Send all materials to:
   Wood County Historical Center & Museum
   Re: Wood County Heritage Days 2008
   13660 County Home Road, Bowling Green, OH 43402
   or fax to 419-352-6220
   or e-mail to museum@woodcountyhistory.org
6. All applicants will be notified of acceptance or rejection by: APRIL 18th, 2007.

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Who Do I Contact Regarding Special Events?

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

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