an insect collection submitted by a 4-H member attracted national attention because it included an invasive, non-native spotted lanternfly, which had not previously been identified in the state. The boy had correctly labeled the insect in his collection, and the fair's judges, who recognized its significance, informed state and federal agricultural officials about its existence. Yearly use In addition to the annual state fair, the fairgrounds facilities are utilized throughout the year for a wide array of events, including horse and livestock shows, RV rallies, trade shows, flea markets, wedding receptions, family reunions, and company picnics. See also State fair and Agricultural show Cosmosphere, space museum in Hutchinson Strataca, salt mine museum in Hutchinson References External links Official Visitor guide: 2019 Fairgrounds map: 2019, 2014 Grandstand map: 2019, 2014 City of Hutchinson map, Kansas Department of Transportation Historical History of the Kansas State Fair List of Grandstand entertainment from 1913 to 2018 Kansas State Fair premium books 1958 to 2001, State Library of Kansas Historic Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, KansasMemory.org Prize list of the Kansas State Fair, 1921 at State Library of Kansas KGI Online Library State Fair & Board of Fair Managers Biennial Reports 1962-1980 at State Library of Kansas KGI Online Library State fairs Kansas culture Hutchinson, Kansas September events Tourist attractions in Reno County, Kansas Buildings and structures in Reno County, Kansas Festivals established in 1873