Construction of new Muscatine County Event Center on schedule as new donation announced

Hunter
09/27/25

Construction of the new Event Center at the Muscatine County Fairgrounds is on schedule , as another new donation towards its completion has been announced.

River Valley Cooperative, based in Mt. Joy with more than 40 locations including Durant, has pledged $5000 towards the project.

The 17,000 square foot center will feature a large hall, prep kitchen, meeting room, patio, and modern restrooms.

According to a release from the fairgrounds, siding and framing is complete, and crews are now working on painting, insulation, electrical, plumbing and HVAC systems.

Reservations for 2026 events are now being accepted at thekentcenter.com.

For information on how to donate towards the project’s completion, contact Kelsey Meyers at 319-627-2414 or email muscatinecountyfair@gmail.com.