by Marketing | Oct 1, 2024 | Shank's Take: Newsletter Column
The 2024 Kansas State Fair has concluded producing its share of happy memories to last a lifetime. Opening of the 1861 Club was a watershed moment in the history of the fair and the public response exceeded all expectations. An out-of-town builder was...
by Marketing | Sep 2, 2024 | 1861 Club, Shank's Take: Newsletter Column
Anticipation for the opening this week of the Kansas State Fair is at an all-time high, thanks in part to a multitude of enhancements on the fairgrounds, including the opening of the 1861 Club, a food and beverage venue adjacent to the Domestic Arts Building. ...
by Marketing | Jul 30, 2024 | 1861 Club, Shank's Take: Newsletter Column
The dedication of the 1861 Club, a watershed moment in the 20-year history of the Kansas Fairgrounds Foundation (KFF), coincides with the opening of the 111th Kansas State Fair. The 1861 Club recently during construction. In a recent conversation with KFF board...
by Marketing | Mar 31, 2024 | Shank's Take: Newsletter Column
A nearly three-hour March meeting of the Kansas Fairgrounds Foundation Board of Directors followed by a walking tour of the 1861 Club under construction offered more proof there is no standing still when it comes to enhancements at the Kansas State Fair. Normally,...
by Marketing | Feb 29, 2024 | Shank's Take: Newsletter Column
As winter transitions to spring, the grass is turning green on the grounds of the Kansas State Fair. The fairgrounds is abuzz with activity as a building crew continues work to raise the 1861 Club. Plans are in place to dedicate this new venue, which will coincide...