The Demonstration and Interactive Exhibit contests help students build important skills in organizing and presenting information to an audience. Participants create exhibits and demonstrations on a passion of theirs, from agriculture and STEM to arts and technology. These contests encourage young people to research, plan, and present their projects in an engaging and informative way! 

Participating in the Demonstration and Interactive Exhibit contests offers numerous benefits: it sharpens your research, organization, public speaking, and presentation skills, while also allowing you to express your creativity and passion for various topics. You’ll gain recognition and awards for your hard work and creativity, learn new insights from fellow participants and judges, and share your knowledge and passion with the community! 

Ready to take part? Registering is simple! Here is the direct link to the Demonstration and Interactive Exhibit contests’ tab: https://williamson.tennessee.edu/4h-youth-development/4-h-communications-and-marketing/#demoie 

FAQ’s:

• Who can participate?
  • The demonstration contest is open to all grades 2nd-12th and the interactive exhibit is open to grades 6th-8th! 
• What topics can I choose for my demonstration or interactive exhibit?
  • You can choose topics from a wide range of project areas, including agriculture, STEM, arts, and technology! The complete list of project areas along with other documents and handouts can be found on the website! 
• Are there any participation fees?
  • No, there are no fees to register for the contest! 
• Is there a deadline to register?
  • Yes – participants must register online by March 18, 2025!