We’re excited to kick off the Swain County Agricultural Fair and America 250 Sticker Design Contest! While this theme is open to interpretation, designs that incorporate America 250 in a creative way — alongside elements of our fair — will receive extra consideration. Think classic Americana, hometown pride, fireworks, freedom, and the fun of the fair (animals, 4-H exhibits, food, Battle of the Bands, etc) — whatever America 250 and the Swain County Fair means to you. We’re looking for original artwork that people will be proud to display all year long.

• Entry is FREE and open to area youth ages 5-18
  • Artists do not have to be enrolled in 4-H
• Winning Categories will be based on three (3) age groups
  • 5-7
  • 8-13
  • 14-18
• Accepted Formats
  • Sketch, hand-drawn, crayon, marker, painted, graphic design
  • Designs must be 100% original and done solely by the artist
    • No AI generated content, stock imagery, or templates will be accepted
      • Verification of process may be requested

• Must include “America 250” and “Swain County Agricultural Fair” to be considered
• Pro-Tips for Success:
  • Think simple and print-friendly.
  • Keep it Bold: Fine details often get "lost" when a drawing is shrunk down to sticker size.
  • High Contrast: Dark text on light backgrounds (or vice versa) is easier to read!
  • Check your Spelling: Double-check that "Agricultural" is spelled correctly!

Note: The background of the stickers will be white

• Entry deadline: 5 pm on Friday, May 29. No late entries will be accepted.
  • No limit on number of entries – submit as many as you want!
• Entry Form must be completed!
• Drop off: Swain County Extension Office at 60 Almond School Road, Bryson City, NC
• Mail to: 60 Almond School Rd Bryson City, NC 28713
  • Attn: Sticker Contest Entry
• Email to: amber_johnston@ncsu.edu
  • Subject: Sticker Contest Entry - [Youth Name])
  • Entry attached in one of the following formats: PNG, JPG, PDF
  • Completed Entry Form​ or provide the following information:

Artist Information

• Artist Name:_________________________________________________
• Age: __________ Grade:__________
• Category (Circle One): 5–7 | 8–13 | 14–18

Contact Information (Parent/Guardian)

• Parent/Guardian Name: _________________________________________
• Phone Number:_______________________________________________
• Email:______________________________________________________

Artist Statement (Optional)

• Tell us in 1–2 sentences what "America 250" and the Swain County Fair mean to you:

Consent & Originality

• [ ] I certify that this is my 100% original work (No AI or stock imagery).
• [ ] I give Swain County Extension permission to use this design for the official 2026 sticker and related promotions.

Parent/Guardian Signature: _________________________________________

The winning design will become the official 2026 Swain County Agricultural Fair sticker and will be featured on our website, social media, and in promotions throughout the next few months. We’re looking forward to seeing how you bring this year’s theme to life!

This contest is part of the Swain County Agricultural Fair and Swain County America 250 celebration. Sponsored by Swain County 4-H

• For more information, contact:
  Amber Johnston, Extension Agent
  4-H Youth Development
• amber_johnston@ncsu.edu
• (828) 488-3848

Visit the Swain County Agricultural Fair website for more details and all thing Ag Fair!