Heritage

The purpose of the 4‑H Heritage project is to acquire knowledge, develop a connection to the past and share the story of a 4‑H member's heritage and history around them. An exhibit may include items, pictures, maps, charts, recordings, drawings, illustrations, writings, or displays that depict the heritage of the member's family or community or 4‑H history. 

Department Rules

  1. Exhibits are entered at 4‑H member’s own risk. We will not be responsible for loss or damage to family heirloom items or any items in this division. 
  2. Displays should not be larger than 22 inches x 28 inches wide. If the size needs to be a different size because the historical item is larger than 22 inches x 28 inches please contact the superintendents for approval. Display collections securely in an attractive container no larger than 22 inches x 28 inches. 
  3. Exhibits must include NAME, COUNTY, AGE, & PAST EXPERIENCE (years in Explore Your Heritage, projects) on back of exhibit. 
  4. All entries must include documentation. When writing documentation ask yourself and think about how does this relate to my heritage or why is it important? Examples of documentation: birth dates, death dates, marriage dates, identification of individuals included in the exhibit, or stories related to the subject of the exhibit. 

State Fair Eligibility

All static exhibits must have received a purple ribbon at the county fair to advance to the State Fair. 

State Fair Quota

The quotas, or number of exhibits allowed per department, for the Nebraska State Fair is determined by each county’s annual 4‑H enrollment. County staff will be provided with department quotas following the June 15 enrollment deadline. 

For more information, refer to General Rules.

Scoresheets, Forms and Contest Study Materials

Scoresheets, forms, contest study materials, and additional resources can be found at https://go.unl.edu/ne4hheritage. 

A list of 4‑H projects and links to 4‑H curriculum resources can be found at https://4h.unl.edu/resources/projects.

Division

101 - Heritage Level 1: Beginning

Rules

Level 1: Beginning (1-4 years in project). Refer to the department rules.

Department
Division
Class
Pay
Purple
Blue
Red
White

A

101

All

1

$6

$4

$2

$1

Classes

  • A-101-001 Heritage Poster or Flat Exhibit (SF71) - Entries may be pictures, posters, items that depict family heritage. Exhibits must be supported by a written explanation. 
  • A-101-002 Family Genealogy/History Notebook (SF71) - Include pedigree charts/family group sheets, with documentation for two-three generations of one family line, expanding each year. If multiple books included in exhibit, only bring book with most current year’s work. 
  • A-101-003 Local History Scrapbook/Notebook (SF71) - Scrapbook or notebook that depicts history of local community or Nebraska that helps youth appreciate their heritage. 
  • A-101-004 Framed Family Groupings (or individuals) of Pictures showing Family History (SF71) - Pictures must be supported by a written explanation. 
  • A-101-005 Other Exhibits depicting the Heritage of the Member's Family or Community (SF71) - Exhibit must be supported by a written explanation. May include, biographical album of themselves or another family member, family cookbooks, etc. 
  • A-101-006 4‑H History Scrapbook (SF71) - A scrapbook relating 4‑H history of local club or county. Must be work of individual 4‑H member - no club project. If multiple books included in exhibit, only bring book with most current year’s work. 
  • A-101-007 4‑H History Poster (SF71) - Poster relating 4‑H history of local club or county or individual. 
  • A-101-008 Story or Illustration about a Historical Event (SF71) 
  • A-101-009 Book Review about Local, Nebraska, or Regional History (SF71) 
  • A-101-010 Other Historical Exhibits (SF71) - Attach an explanation of historical importance. 
  • A-101-011 Family Traditions Book (SF71) - Exhibitor scrapbook depicting family traditions of the past. 
  • A-101-012 Family Traditions Exhibit (SF71) - Story or illustration of a family tradition or event. Exhibits must be supported by a written explanation. 
  • A-101-013 4‑H Club/County Scrapbook (SF71) - Scrapbook relating 4‑H history of local club or county compiled by club historian. If multiple books included in exhibit, only bring book with most current year’s work. 
  • A-101-014 4‑H Member Scrapbook (SF71) - Scrapbook relating to individual 4‑H members' 4‑H history. If multiple books included in exhibit, only bring book with most current year’s work. 
  • A-101-015 Special Events Scrapbook (SF71) - A scrapbook relating to a 4‑H special event, such as Congress or CWF or a personal or family special event, such as a trip, family reunion, etc. 

Division

102 - Heritage Level 2: Advanced

Rules

Level 2: Advanced (over four years in project). Refer to department rules.

Department
Division
Class
Pay
Purple
Blue
Red
White

A

102

All

2

$7

$5

$3

$1

Classes 

  • A-102-001 Heritage Poster or Flat Exhibit (SF71) - Entries may be pictures, posters, items, etc. that depict family heritage. Exhibits must be supported by a written explanation. 
  • A-102-002 Family Genealogy/History Notebook (SF71) - Include pedigree charts/family group sheets, with documentation beyond two-three generations of one family line, expanding each year. If multiple books included in exhibit, only bring book with most current year’s work. 
  • A-102-003 Local History Scrapbook/Notebook (SF71) - Scrapbook or notebook that depicts history of local community or Nebraska that helps youth appreciate their heritage. 
  • A-102-004 Framed Family Groupings (or Individuals) of Pictures showing Family History (SF71) - Pictures must be supported by a written explanation. 
  • A-102-005 Other Exhibits depicting the Heritage of the Member's Family or Community (SF71) - Exhibit must be supported by a written explanation. May include, biographical album of themselves or another family member, family cookbooks, etc. 
  • A-102-006 4‑H History Scrapbook (SF71) - A scrapbook relating 4‑H history of local club or county. Must be work of individual 4‑H member - no club project. If multiple books included in exhibit, only bring book with most current year’s work. 
  • A-102-007 4‑H History Poster (SF71) - Poster relating 4‑H history of local club or county or individual. 
  • A-102-008 Story or Illustration about a Historical Event (SF71) 
  • A-102-009 Book Review about Local, Nebraska, or Regional History (SF71) 
  • A-102-010 Other Historical Exhibits (SF71) - Attach an explanation of historical importance. 
  • A-102-011 Exhibit depicting the Importance of a Community or Nebraska Historic Landmark (SF71) 
  • A-102-012 Community Report (SF71) - documenting something of historical significance from past to present 
  • A-102-013 Historic Collection (SF71) - displayed securely and attractively in a container no larger than 22 inches x 28 inches. 
  • A-102-014 Video Documentary of a Family or a Community Event (SF71) - Must be produced and edited by 4‑H member.  Video is to be uploaded to a streaming application and 4‑H member must provide a hard copy QR code for viewing. 4‑H members are encouraged to test their codes or link on several devices to check for appropriate permissions for public viewing. 
  • A-102-015 4‑H Club/County Scrapbook (SF71) - Scrapbook relating 4‑H history of local club or county compiled by club historian. If multiple books included in exhibit, only bring book with most current year’s work. 
  • A-102-016 4‑H Member Scrapbook (SF71) - Scrapbook relating to individual 4‑H members' 4‑H history. If multiple books included in exhibit, only bring book with most current year’s work. 
  • A-102-017 Special Events Scrapbook (SF71) - A scrapbook relating to a 4‑H special event, such as Congress or CWF or a personal or family special event, such as a trip, family reunion, etc.

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