American Royal Hotel Guests: History Of The American Royal

The American Royal in Kansas City, MO is a very popular livestock show

, rodeo and horse show held October-November each year at the Kemper Arena. One of the more well-known facts about the American Royal is that The Future Farmers of America (FFA) was founded during the event in 1928. Even the Kansas City professional baseball team named themselves after the American Royal. There are a number of American Royal hotel choices in the surrounding area from which those visiting for the annual event may choose.

In late 1800s the American Royal started out as a cattle show in the Stockyards of Kansas City. A beef industry editorial publish in 1901 in the Kansas City Dovers Telegram first suggested calling the event the American Royal. The editorial made note that the Royal Show was an event similar to the Royal Agricultural Society in England. In 1907, a horse show was added the American Royal with 5 more shows added since then. Vocational students were able to visit the American Royal in the 20s to judge the livestock. During the American Royal of 1928, thirty-three students met at the Baltimore Hotel, one of the many American Royal hotel choices in the downtown area to form the FFA. The organization held meetings annually till the late 90s.

What many residents and visitors do not realize is that the original home of the American Royal was destroyed during the 1925 Valentines Day fire. The structure was rebuilt in enough time for the annual show. The rebuilt venue served as home to many local events for several years before moving across from the Kemper Arena. The American Royal event as a whole has a major economic impact on the Kansas City area, bringing in roughly sixty-two million a year. Numerous American Royal hotels provide lodging to the events attendees, further adding to the economic impact and stimulating the local economy.

Each year the American Royal encompasses an eight week season starting in October. The season includes rodeos, livestock shows, equestrian events and a barbecue competition. Many of the American Royal hotel accommodations are within walking distance to the complex. In addition to local hotels offering discounted rates during the event season, many other local businesses also contribute by way of volunteers, vending, and assistance with event set up. The American Royal is a non-profit event hosted and maintained by a local organization of volunteers.

by: Kevin Schmiterson

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