Partner up with the Ag Hall of Fame! About the Agricultural Hall of Fame The National Agricultural Hall of Fame was chartered by the 86th Congress and signed by President Eisenhower in 1960 to serve as “The National Museum of Agriculture and as a Memorial to Farming Leaders.” 630 Hall of Fame Drive Bonner Springs, KS 66012 2 Miles West of KS Speedway The 164-acre museum complex and park-like grounds feature: •The Agricultural Hall of Fame •National Farmers’ Memorial •Museum of Farming •National Poultry Museum •Gallery of Rural Art •National Association of Farm Broadcasters Hall of Fame •Temporary Exhibit Gallery •Educational Garden •FarmTown USA; a recreated 1900s community which includes a farmstead, one room school, railroad depot, blacksmith shop and more. •Visitors can also enjoy an operational narrow gauge miniature train which runs around the town, hay-wagon rides and a one-mile nature trail. The National Agricultural Center & Hall of Fame •The 200-seat Rural Electric Conference Theater, Smith Event Barn, pavilion and park-like grounds are ideal for community, corporate or private events. •In addition to preserving agriculture’s heritage, the Ag Hall of Fame educates and reaches out to share the importance of today’s agricultural systems. Planned future exhibits will emphasize current technologies and advancements that are shaping the industry’s future. Located in the growing tourism district in Kansas City, Kansas, near Kansas Speedway, Sporting KC Stadium, Schlitterbahn Waterpark and Hollywood Casino, the Ag Hall of Fame is in a prime location to attract visitors from the millions drawn to the area. Phone: (913) 721-1075 [email protected] www.AgHallofFame.com Open Mid-April To Mid-November Business Office Open Year Round Chartered by congress in 1960 to Honor the American Farmer and serve as the national museum of agriculture. However, The National Agricultural Center and Hall of Fame does not receive any government funding and is solely supported by admissions special events, facility rentals and donations. Your support is critical to our ability to educate the public about the importance of American Agriculture. The National Agricultural Center and Hall of Fame * 630 North 126th * Bonner Springs, KS 66012 * 913.721.1075 * www.aghalloffame.com The National Agricultural Center and Hall of Fame Event Sponsorship Opportunities 2014 Calendar of Events Special Events Special Events Tractor Daze & Touch-A-Truck, July 12 International Lineman’s Rodeo, Oct 18 Enjoy a Tractor Show, Garden Tractor Pull, your favorite big vehicles including combines, fire trucks, construction equipment, military vehicles, semi-trucks, helicopters, rescue, tow and more. Ag Fest which includes Milking Demonstrations, Farming Demonstrations, Petting Zoo, Simulated Combine, Soil Tunnel Trailer, Blacksmith, Living History, kid’s hands-on activities galore and more! Show N’ Shine Truck & Car Show, July 26 Muscle cars, classic trucks and more! View a variety of cars and trucks from antique roadsters to modern Trans Ams. Admission includes the show plus museum exhibits, living history, miniature train rides and more. This FREE event brings over 7,500 visitors to the Ag Hall of Fame as Linemen from all over the world compete in a variety of tasks. Sponsors are limited to banners only on Ag Hall grounds along the path to the competition. Boooo Barn at the Farm, Oct 25 This haunted event has become a tradition for many families. The 2,500+ who participate enjoy trick-or-treating through FarmTown, exploring the kid-friendly haunted barn, farming related hands-on activities, spooky train rides and more! Educational Programs Thousands of school children of all ages come out on field trips and learn about where their food comes from and the importance of agriculture in this country throughout history and today. Your sponsorship helps subsidize the cost of their visit. Supporting Events Name in Event Program Outdoor Space Event Passes Logo on Event Banner Company Banner Displayed Logo on Website Company Name/Logo on all E-Mail Blasts Company Name/Logo on all Event Flyers Transferable Basic Annual Membership Discounted Admission Fee for all Employees Premier Sponsor $2,500 5 ■ 50’x50’ 100 ■ ■ ■ Gold Sponsor $1,500 4 ■ 50’x50’ 75 ■ ■ ■ Silver Sponsor $1000 3 ■ 40’x40’ 50 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Bronze Sponsor $500 2 ■ 30’x30’ 25 ■ ■ Copper Sponsor $250 1 ■ 20’x20’ 10 ■ Supporting Sponsor $100 1 ■ 10’x10’ 4 Exhibit & Educational Programs The Ag Hall of Fame reaches audiences of all ages, learning levels and life experiences with a wide variety of educational services which include ag related workshops, exhibits, educational events and partnerships with groups and schools. Educational programs include agribusiness, history, food and fiber production, and science technology. In addition to preserving agriculture’s heritage, the Ag Hall of Fame educates and reaches out to share the importance of today’s agricultural systems. Planned future exhibits and programs will emphasize current technologies and the advancements that are shaping the industry’s future. The Ag Hall of Fame is always looking for partners to enhance existing exhibits and programs or to create new experiences for our visitors. Tractor Cruise, May 3 Farmer’s Walk of Fame The Farmer’s Walk of Fame is a place to honor/recognize loved ones and show your appreciation for agriculture at the same time. As this program is still in the early stages there are many opportunities for interested individuals or businesses to participate. There is a need for every level of support from purchasing a 4x8 brick for $125 to sponsoring a whole square of the garden. Brick by brick The National Agricultural Hall of Fame is building a pathway of knowledge and appreciation for the American Farmer through the Farmer’s Walk of Fame. Tractor enthusiasts will gather to drive a scenic 35 mile loop around Wyandotte County and raise funds for the Ag Hall of Fame. The Cruise starts at the Ag Hall of Fame, and ends with a bar-b-que dinner in the Smith Event Barn (at the Ag Hall of Fame). This scenic drive will be one to remember. Parade routes will be available to spectators. Sponsored by the Greater Kansas City Two-Cylinder Club; all tractor makes and models welcome. Join the fun and sign-up today! More information about pledges and sponsorships can be found at www.aghalloffame.com or call 913-721-1075. $1000 Dinner Sponsor o Banner displayed at Cruise start/end point o Advertisement space in program o Name/Logo on dinner banner o Name/Logo on Ag Hall of Fame website $750 Lunch Sponsor o Banner displayed at Cruise start/end point o Advertisement space in program o Name/Logo on lunch banner $500 Breakfast Sponsor o Banner displayed at start/end point o Name/Logo on breakfast banner $250 Sponsor o Banner displayed at Cruise start/end point The National Agricultural Center and Hall of Fame * 630 North 126th * Bonner Springs, KS 66012 * 913.721.1075 * www.aghalloffame.com 2014 Board of Directors Joe Steineger, Chairman, Board of Governors Jody Albers, President – Bottle 12 Wine Bar Karen Meredith, Vice President – Community Volunteer Ken Blum, Secretary – Berkel & Company Contractors Jill Jenkins, Treasurer – Magnum Opus Dale Warman, Past President – International Lineman’s Rodeo Kathy Coffman – Gold Coast Flavors John Dillingham – Dillingham Enterprises, Inc Don Hrabik – Greater Kansas City Two Cylinder Club Rick Hughes – Retired, Greater Kansas City Convention & Visitors Association Fred Stitt – Purcell Construction The National Agricultural Center & Hall of Fame Wayne Strandt – Retired, Union Pacific Charley Vogt – Country Club Bank Randy Watson – Kansas City Power & Light 630 Hall of Fame Drive Bonner Springs, KS 66012 2 Miles West of KS Speedway Participation Form Phone: (913) 721-1075 [email protected] www.AgHallofFame.com Open Mid-April To Mid-November Business Office Open Year Round Business Name (as printed in all materials) Contact Name Company Address Chartered by congress in 1960 to Honor the American Farmer and serve as the national museum of agriculture. However, The National Agricultural Center and Hall of Fame does not receive any government funding and is solely supported by admissions special events, facility rentals and donations. Your support is critical to our ability to educate the public about the importance of American Agriculture. City State Zip Phone Fax E-Mail Partnership Program/Donation Amount □ Special Events $__________ □ Tractor Cruise $__________ □ Exhibits & Education $__________ □ General Donation $__________
© Copyright 2025 ExpyDoc
