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September @ the 1861 Club

What an incredible Kansas State Fair! The 1861 Club was buzzing with energy, and we can’t thank you enough for joining us. Our new Fresh Finds menu was a big hit! The Chef Salad was a refreshing option for many of our guests this year. If you prefer more traditional...

Generally Speaking: Wrapping up Kansas State Fair 2025 Means Big Numbers and Bigger Thanks

Updates from Kansas State Fair General Manager, Bryan K. Schulz, IFMG, CFE Generally Speaking: WOW what an amazing Ten Days of the 2025 Kansas State Fair, with a few records being set! Even with several days of rain and our parking lots unavailable for use, we still...

Hal & Ann Sankey are the 2025 Wall of Honor Inductee by the Kansas Fairgrounds Foundation

When one thinks about leadership and styles of leadership, they soon understand that leadership comes in many forms. This year the Kansas Fairgrounds Foundation will recognize two individuals as the Wall of Honor inductees whose leadership is so genuine and true to...
All 2025 T-Shirt Contest Entries

All 2025 T-Shirt Contest Entries

The Kansas Fairgrounds Foundation hosted a t-shirt design contest for the 2025 Kansas State Fair. We received more than 50 submissions to the 2025 Kansas State Fair T-Shirt Contest! The submissions were judged blind by a selection committee and the top five designs...

1861 Club Update – March Mania at the 1861 Club

1861 Club Update – March Mania at the 1861 Club

Memorable moments were jampacked at the 1861 Club this March. From meetings and luncheons to retirement parties and weddings, we covered it all! We are very excited to see all the opportunities coming into the Club.  You typically think about weddings being a...

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