W.C. Kimbrough - Denton, TX
N 33° 14.005 W 097° 08.272
14S E 673506 N 3678710
Memorial at the entrance gate to the North Texas State Fairgrounds, honoring its benefactor, Dr. W.C. Kimbrough. Located at 2217 N Carroll Blvd, Denton, TX.
Waymark Code: WMG967
Location: Texas, United States
Date Posted: 01/31/2013
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The inscription on a bronze plaque, mounted on a stone at the gate, says:
In Honor of Dr. W.C. Kimbrough
November 10, 1875 - September 25, 1952
On August 24, 1948, Dr. W.C. Kimbrough donated the original 21 acres, of this property, to the North Texas State Fair Association. Dr. Kimbrough's generosity has allowed the North Texas State Fair and Rodeo to thrive and accomplish its mission of serving youth, agriculture, and community.
The annual North Texas State Fair and Rodeo, and other events held on this property, attract over 200,000 people each year.
Dr. Kimbrough's gift has allowed the Fair Association to contribute millions of dollars back into this community. The economic impact of the fair and this property is estimated at $4 million a year for the City of Denton, and a $7.5 million economic impact for Denton County.
Thank You, Dr. W.C. Kimbrough
Dedicated August 2012
Youth - Agriculture - Community
North Texas State Fair and Rodeo
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Dr. Kimbrough is buried in Denton I.O.O.F. Cemetery, just down Carroll Blvd from this site.
Website with more information on either the memorial or the person(s) it is dedicated to: [Web Link]
Location: North Texas State Fairgrounds, Denton, TX
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