The annual Mercer County 4-H Fair returned at Howell Living History Farm in late July.
There was a 4-H STEM tent, an animal tent, pony rides, community exhibitors, magic shows, hayrides, farm tours, food and live music performances on July 27-28.
The fair showcases all of the club members and public exhibitors with their work that has been created or grown. The first 4-H fair in Mercer County was held at Princeton High School in 1919.
The 4-H program is a youth development program operated by Rutgers Cooperative Extension, that provides research-based, hands-on learning experiences for youth in Mercer County.
The program is open to residents in their youth from first grade to one-year out of high school. Members learn values and skills, such as leadership through community service and leadership, nature, health and wellness, science, animal and art clubs.
Mercer County Executive Dan Benson (right) view students work at the Mercer County 4-H Fair in July.
