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Shank’s Take: How Do You Describe Boots and Bling?

Eight days from today, all eyes will be on the Kansas State Fairgrounds as 650 prepare to hoot and holler during the 20th annual Boots and Bling, an annual event established in 2005 to raise funds for the betterment of the fairgrounds.  During the past few weeks,...

Prepping, Polishing, and Packing Taffy by the Thousands: July @ the 1861 Club

While July had most people diving into summer fun, the 1861 Club made a different kind of splash—deep cleaning, polishing floors, and making sure every inch of the space is in tip-top shape! Why? Because when you walk into the 1861 Club, we want you to feel that it’s...

Generally Speaking: Steel Beams and Goat Dreams – Kansas State Fair 2025 Coming Together!

Updates from Kansas State Fair General Manager, Bryan K. Schulz, IFMG, CFE Generally Speaking: Where has our Summer gone?  We are less than 30 days away from the 2025 Kansas State Fair and still have a lot to do to get ready for the 10 MOST FAIRIFIED DAYS in...
A June to Remember @ the 1861 Club

A June to Remember @ the 1861 Club

Summer is in full swing, and June was a month to remember at the 1861 Club! We kicked things off with the Women’s Conference, which brought together an incredible crowd for a day filled with inspiration, laughter, motivation, and sisterhood. The lineup of speakers was...

1861 Club an Essential Stop during the Kansas State Fair

1861 Club an Essential Stop during the Kansas State Fair

Step into the heart of excitement and hospitality at the 1861 Club during the 2025 Kansas State Fair—a destination where entertainment, flavor, and ambiance intertwine to create unforgettable experiences. This year’s entertainment lineup is set to dazzle, featuring a...

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