The Greater Louisville Hamfest Association, Inc. (GLHA) evolved from a group of dedicated Amateur Radio enthusiasts from the Louisville area wishing to start a Hamfest in the area. The first hamfest in Louisville was on Sunday, August 2, 1959 at Parkway Field (the ballpark of the Kentucky Colonels). The hamfest was established from a radio club formed for the purpose of starting the Hamfest - The Kentuckiana Radio Club.

 

In 1982 GLHA was formed as a separate corporation from the Kentuckiana Radio Club. On March 24, 1982 GLHA received its Certificate of Incorporation of Non-Stock, Non-Profit Corporation making it the Greater Louisville Hamfest Association, Inc. The purpose of the Corporation is to enhance the pastime of Amateur Radio. The Board of Directors at that time consisted of Chairman Guy E. Partridge, Vice Chairman J. Fred Klink, Secretary Terry Rowe, Treasurer M. D. Hill and Louis E. Bard (Registered Agent). On April 20, 1984, in accordance with IRS Code Section 501(c)(4) GLHA became a tax-except organization.

 

The purpose of GLHA is to promote the Greater Louisville Hamfest. Organization is managed by volunteer amateur radio operators. There are no paid personnel. Since GLHA is not affiliated with any club, 100% of all proceeds from each hamfest go toward funding the next year's hamfest.

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Every year, GLHA strives to provide an enjoyable and informative hamfest gathering in a high-quality facility with merchants, a flea market, tailgating,  forums and amateur radio exams for the least cost to participants. Your attendance is important in achieving this goal each year and we always welcome new ideas and constructive comments to improve every hamfest.

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