by KFF Team | Sep 3, 2026 | Around the Grounds
Fair time is without a doubt when all the buildings on the Kansas State Fairgrounds are the most lively, full of people and activities as fairgoers bring these grounds to life together. It’s no different for the Lair White House. Though relatively few people claim to...
by KFF Team | Aug 6, 2026 | Around the Grounds
Boots and Bling was held on Saturday, August 1 this year, in the building serving as the inspiration for this month’s edition of Around the Grounds: The Meadowlark Building. Capable of holding the 700 Boots and Bling attendees, and even more for other large events,...
by KFF Team | Jun 26, 2026 | Around the Grounds
The 1930s was undoubtedly the most difficult decade in the 20th century in the United States. Between the Great Depression and the Dust Bowl, Kansas especially was hit hard. With the down economy hitting Kansas’ biggest industries at the time, including farming,...
by KFF Team | Jun 4, 2026 | Around the Grounds
Did you know the Capper Cooperative Park includes an audio tour? That’s right! There is a QR code at the entrance that takes you to the audio tour, located on the Foundation’s website. This audio tour can also be enjoyed from wherever you are — right now! It includes...
by KFF Team | Apr 26, 2026 | Around the Grounds
Where is the best photography destination in Hutchinson, Kansas? One of the contenders happens to be the Lair White House on the Kansas State Fairgrounds. Welcome to the Part Three of the Lair White House edition of Around the Grounds. Photo by: 3twenty...
by KFF Team | Apr 2, 2026 | Around the Grounds
One of the newest additions to the Kansas State Fairgrounds is sure to become a lasting tradition when visiting the Fairgrounds: The Capper Cooperative Park. Located next to the historic House of Capper, the Capper Cooperative Park was completed in 2023, along...
