Civic Center Fair Barn - Horton KS

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Project type: Civic Facilities, Community Centers, Fairgrounds, Parks and Recreation

Agency: Works Progress Administration (WPA), Work Relief Programs

Started: 1937

Completed: 1939

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Description

This Fair Barn/Civic Center in Horton, Kansas was constructed by the WPA in 1937-39. W.O. “Tutes” Thomas was the designer and head of construction. The building is still in use for municipal functions and celebrations.

: Civic Center WPA Plaque, Horton KS

Civic Center WPA Plaque, Horton KS
Photo: Lori Halfhide © All Rights Reserved

Civic Center WPA Plaque, Horton KS

Source notes

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Project originally submitted by Lori Halfhide on October 24, 2013.

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Location Info

Horton, KS

Location notes: Location is for the city of Horton. Exact address unknown.

Coordinates: 39.6605573, -95.52636889999997

Civic Center Fair Barn – Horton KS

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