Museum - The American Saddlebred Museum in Lexington, Kentucky

Here is a great FacebookLive event today on our Gift Shop page! You have probably read (and loved) Susan Archer's books. We will be speaking with her about her love of horses, writing and lots more! Follow American Saddlebred Museum Gift Shop to stay up-to-date on the latest merchandise and also some great programs!

It's a New Year, and it's going to be a lucky one. Make sure you have purchased your tickets for our TICKET TO RIDE RAFFLE! Purchase a $50 ticket and you could win the opportunity to order your personal 2021 FORD BRONCO BADLANDS with standard powertrain and standard equipment, MSRP $44,590 or $30,000 cash. Purchase tickets here: https://raffle.asbmuseum.org/... Grand prize drawing will be held on March 15, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. at the American Saddlebred Museum, 4083 Iron Works Parkway, Lexington, KY. Vehicle image shown is a stock photo and may not represent the exact vehicle winner chooses to order. This raffle is conducted for the benefit of the American Saddlebred Museum by the American Saddlehorse Museum Association, Inc and is licensed by the Kentucky Office of Charitable Gaming, License number ORG0002659. Complete rules and regulations: https://raffle.asbmuseum.org//ticket-to-ride-rules-and-reg

The American Saddlebred Museum is pleased to announce Harrison Goode of Winston-Salem, NC is the recipient of the Keith Bartz Impact Scholarship Award. The scholarship committee chose Goode from an outstanding group of nominees. Goode is an enthusiastic rider and great ambassador for the breed. He started riding at age 10 at Cash Lovell Stables and won many titles including the 2018 National Academy WT Champion and the 2020 National Academy Alpha English Pleasure Qualifying... Champion. Currently, Goode attends the University of Kentucky and is majoring in Equine Science and Management with a minor in business. In addition to his studies, he is a member of the UK Saddle Seat ISSRA team and an active member of UK’s MANRRS (Minorites in Agriculture, Natural Resources, and Related Sciences) group, where he works to create safe spaces and service activities for students. Congratulations, Harrison!

In 1990 these shoes were worn by CH Man On The Town, Five-Gaited World's Grand Champion in 1989 and 1990 for Oak Hill Farm. He followed in the footsteps of his sire CH Yorktown and grandsire CH Wing Commander, also Five-Gaited World's Grand Champions.

January is a great time to start a book. Here is a young adult book from our library collection called "Bluegrass Champion: Harlequin Hullabaloo" by Dorothy Lyons and illustrated by Wesley Dennis. Published in 1949, the yellow jacket cover really depicts an action packed story. The inside front jacket text reads: "The smell of tanbark, the thrilling cry of "Rack on," and the exciting rhythm of four hoof in perfect cadence fill this dramatic story about the five-gaited sho...w horses of Kentucky. To everyone else but Judy, her gaudy pinto, with spots "louder than a Christmas necktie," seem clownish compared to the state's finest Saddlebreds. Even after Matt Ross, the famous trainer, agreed that Harlequin might have a chance to win the Grand Championship for Bluefield Farm, neither Judy's sister nor the horse-show judges could see the horse's perfect form for his spots. Despite Judy's faith and hard work, it seemed a hopeless situation until--in a tense climax--an unexpected emergency gave her the chance to prove Harlequin's caliber to a breathless audience."

This is a great photograph of CH Winter Day, Jackie Stred, up. The striking bay was the 1996 Three-Gaited World's Grand Champion. Photo: Jamie Donaldson

Today is #VeteransDay. We thank all veterans and faithful military animals for their service. This is the cover of the magazine, "The Rider and Driver" from November 9, 1918. During World War I, each issue included an article about horses in the war effort. Cover image: "Allies" By Tolman Print Inc, Brockton, Mass.

The Museum is mourning the loss of a dear friend, Joe Jackson. (July 24, 1934 - October 12, 2020). Joe Jackson was born July 24th, 1934 in Maryville, MO to Joseph (Joe) F. Jackson, Jr and Helen Baker Jackson. He grew up there, where he played basketball and ran track at both Maryville High and then Wentworth Military Academy, in Lexington, MO. In 1952 he enrolled at the University of Missouri where he enjoyed being rush chairman for his fraternity Beta Theta Pi. In 1956 he ...Continue reading

Thinking about Kansas City? So are we! Here is a great program from the American Royal from 1981, the cover really stands out. The horse and rider have that perfect autumn feeling riding behind a background of trees with a warm glow. Inside the program tells more about the cover. The picture was reproduced from an original painting by Danny Whitehead. Titled "Dress Rehearsal," the painting was judged best out of 100 paintings entered in the American Royal Program Cover Art Contest. Best of luck to all the competitors this week!

Beauty and elegance are two words that describe CH Belle Elegant, perhaps the most aptly named World’s Grand Champion. She was famous for her flowing mane and big personality. She also had a companion goat named Baby! This amazing mare won the Five-Gaited World’s Championship in 1975 with trainer Jack Nevitt and in 1977 with trainer Edward Teater. This photo shows her with Edward Teater up. Photo: Sargent.

Are you a member of the The American Saddlebred Museum? There are so many great benefits and you are supporting the history of the breed! Join or renew before noon on Monday, November 9 to be entered in a drawing for a fun gift basket that includes: a holiday feast from Honey Baked Ham, and American Saddlebred Museum Gift Shop gift card, and a one-year subscription to Saddle Horse Report! Drawing to be held next week. Join here: https://shop.asbmuseum.org/collections/membership

Can you describe how you feel in the line up? Image: James L. Crow, "Horse in Line Up" 1980.

Winter hours begin this week! Starting November 4, we will be open Wednesday - Sunday 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Closed Monday and Tuesday. Make plans to stop by and see our beautiful art gallery and do some in-store shopping. Office hours are Monday - Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Did you remember to set your clock back one hour last night? Here is a look at CH Duke of Daylight, fine Harness Champion. This photograph's inscription says that the horse: "Retired from the Fine Harness division in August 1973 after winning over 100 Blue Ribbons at the major horse shows including 6 consecutive Ladies' Stake Championships at the Kentucky State Fair."

You might not be doing much prowling this Halloween. But here is a horse we love, CH Night Prowler driven by John Champagne. Night Prowler was born in 1972 and is out of Empire's Lady Genius by Status Symbol. He was the winner of multiple World's Championship titles and was named UPHA Fine Harness Horse of the Year in 1975, the youngest horse to receive the honor at 3 years old. He went on to sire multiple champion horses, but made a come-back to the show ring at the age of 10 winning two World's Championships!

We loved welcoming a little Owl and Elsa with her horse The Nokk to the museum today! Enjoy your treat bag! Feel free to bring your little one to the museum for a few minutes to enjoy some art and trick or treat!

Trick or Treat! Bring your little princess, super hero, ghost or goblin to the Museum on October 30 or 31 and receive a special goodie bag! Costumes are welcome but not required. We'd love to see you!

Are you a high school senior or current university student? Make sure to apply for the Keith Bartz Impact Scholarship Award. Each year, the scholarship is awarded to the individual that has demonstrated a commitment to the American Saddlebred and to excellence in their community. Deadline is December 1. Full application guidelines are available here: https://asbmuseum.org/scholarship

Introducing the American Saddlebred Museum's TICKET TO RIDE RAFFLE! Purchase a $50 ticket and you could WIN THE OPPORTUNITY TO ORDER YOUR PERSONAL 2021 FORD BRONCO BADLANDS with standard powertrain and standard equipment sponsored by O'Brien Ford, Shelbyville, KY MSRP $44,590 OR $30,000 cash. PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS HERE: https://raffle.asbmuseum.org/p/ticket-to-ride-raffle-ticket OR CALL (859) 259-2746. ... Grand prize drawing will be held on March 15, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. at the American Saddlebred Museum, 4083 Iron Works Parkway, Lexington, KY. A maximum of 2500 tickets will be sold. If less than 1400 tickets are sold we reserve the right to substitute 50% of the gross sales revenue from the tickets sold as of the time of the entry deadline as the prize in lieu of the Bronco or $30,000 cash prize. to order vehicle, winner may call or go in person to O'Brien Ford, Shelbyville, KY. Vehicle delivery will depend on Ford Motor Company's manufacturing schedule, winner's order date and options. Vehicle image shown is a stock photo and may not represent the exact vehicle winner chooses to order. This raffle is conducted for the benefit of the American Saddlebred Museum by the American Saddlehorse Museum Association, Inc and is licensed by the Kentucky Office of Charitable Gaming, License number ORG0002659. Complete rules and regulations are available here: https://raffle.asbmuseum.org//ticket-to-ride-rules-and-reg

It's Halloween weekend! Bring your little ghost, princess, or super hero to the Museum October 30 or 31 and receive a special goodie bag! Costumes are welcome but not required. It's a fun place to trick or treat! (While supplies last.)