It has been a difficult decision to allow the Folkstyle Nationals to move on. The tournament was started in 1997, with Missouri serving as tournament host. It moved to Kansas in 1998, making this the sixth year that it has been held at the Topeka Expocentre.

We've made a lot of friends around the nation during these past six years, and hope to continue to see many of you in other events. It is our hope to make this year's tournament the best one yet.