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Shank’s Take: Year-End Reflections on the Future Fountain House Project and Thanks to Volunteers

In 26 days the curtain will descend on 2025, and we will awaken to the start of a new year.  During our youth it seemed time passed ever so slowly. With age comes times when it passes too quickly. Months become years and years become decades.  Writer Hal...

From Year-End Giving to Year-Round Success: You Help Shape the Future of the Kansas State Fairgrounds

Dear Friends and Supporters of the Kansas Fairgrounds Foundation, As 2025 draws to a close, we reflect on a year full of progress, promise, and innovation at the Kansas State Fairgrounds. Guided by the spirit of, “Today’s history is yesterday’s innovation. Today’s...

November @ the 1861 Club: Locals, Love, and Lasting Gratitude

As we look back on November, our hearts are full — and so was the venue! We are incredibly thankful for how busy and joy-filled this past month has been at the 1861 Club. From banquets and birthdays to fundraisers, holiday parties, and beautiful weddings, the momentum...
1861 Club – Your Christmas Party Place!

1861 Club – Your Christmas Party Place!

If you're looking for a venue to hold a Christmas party for your office, family, or friends, the 1861 Club is the perfect choice. The 1861 Club is currently accepting bookings in November, December 2024 and January 2025.  For more details on what may be included in a...

Join the 1861 Club FRIENDLINESS TEAM!

Join the 1861 Club FRIENDLINESS TEAM!

New this year – the Foundation needs volunteers as a part of the 1861 CLUB –FRIENDLINESS TEAM! These volunteers will greet the fairgoers and help them feel comfortable and welcome in the newest venue on the Kansas State Fairgrounds. They will provide a quick overview...

YOU are a MEMBER of the 1861 Club!

YOU are a MEMBER of the 1861 Club!

Welcome to the beautiful climate-controlled 1861 Club, the newest and most incredible venue on the Kansas State Fairgrounds. The 1861 Club is excited to present this phenomenal line up of entertainment during the Kansas State Fair. From a remarkable 80’s Anthem Rock...

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