One of the highlights of The Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington Kentucky is the American Saddlebred Museum.  Here you will learn about the history of saddlebreds and their relationship with people.

Strolling the beautiful grounds is a wonderful experience.  Highly manicured landscaped paths with statues of famous horses are waiting for a delightful visit.

Inside is full of interesting newly designed interactive exhibits that will delight everyone.

Such as large saddlebred rocking horses that you can sit on and ride.

Movies that show how and why saddlebreds are such a versatile horse and the people that made them so popular.

If you appreciate antiques, you’ll love seeing these.  Exhibits like this show the rich history of the world of saddlebreds.

Riders, trainers and owners are honored such as Tom Moore who was the winningest rider in the history of the show sport.

Then there’s a whole section of art exhibits, many by well known artists depicting historic iconic scenes.

Many celebrities have been active in the world of saddlebreds such as actor William Shatner…

…Muhammad Ali, Joe Fraser…

… and George Forman.

Famous four legged saddlebred celebrities were Roy Roger’s Trigger, the Lone Ranger’s Silver and Mr. Ed, the talking horse.

Famous stories about saddlebreds Fury and Black Beauty have held a place in
our literature and our hearts.

We really enjoyed the blue screen exhibit that allowed Bill to ride a famous champion (sort-of).

We really enjoyed our visit and seeing Bill’s sister Tolley who just happens to be the Director there.