Kentucky Derby Museum

Whether you're a horseracing fanatic or just curious about the Kentucky Derby - we can't wait to welcome you through our doors this year! We have all the history you'll need to prepare for The Greatest Race! 🏇🏽 #DerbyMuseum #KYDerby #KentuckyDerby #Derby150

👒The hype. The runway. The party. The FASHION.👠 We are now officially taking your applications to be a 2025 Featured Milliner! Our program is now in its 9th year, with one of the spotlight moments being the Derby Hat Show in March 2025. Interested milliners can apply by October 18 using our new online portal to secure one of the five coveted slots! Apply Here: https://bit.ly/3MI6FNe #Fashion #Milliner #HatShow #DerbyMuseum #DerbyHat #DerbyFashion

Why do YOU love the Kentucky Derby Museum?? For us, there are so many reasons, so we decided to share a few! Nonprofits like the museum thrive off your generosity and support. We're thankful to participate in Give for Good today alongside so many other wonderful Louisville organizations. #GiveForGoodLou

We've been in this game for 40 years. Our supporters have been there every step of the way as we've grown into a staple attraction in Louisville. Give for Good is such an incredible way to support nonprofits in our city. So today, we appreciate every donation that will help carry us into the next 40 years! 👉 https://bit.ly/3XDnWNO #GiveForGoodLou

🥇Can we run it back-to-back?! There's still time to vote for us as one of the Best Attractions for Sports Fans for USA TODAY's Readers’ Choice Awards! Last year, we came in at #5 - an incredible honor! But with your support, we think we can go even higher this year. 😉 You can vote now - and once per day - by clicking the link in our bio through September 30. Thanks, friends!

History is fundamental to the Kentucky Derby Museum's mission. But did you know that before we opened in 1985 there used to be a small museum at the track that housed select pieces of Derby history? This is a photo from that building back in 1967. When we were founded 40 years ago, that collection was transferred to our nonprofit and has since grown to 20,000 items. Give for Good is this Thursday, Sept. 12. We are so appreciative of your support that will keep us going for another 40 years. 📸 : Churchill Downs Racetrack #GiveForGood

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It is #PhotoFindFriday! This week's edition is coming at you from Derby Day in 1969. I don't know about you, but we think these outfits still work today! 📸 : Churchill Downs Racetrack #DerbyHistory #KentuckyDerby #60s #60sfashion #DerbyMuseum

🫶🐴📚 We agree with you Churchill Charlie - we’re loving this team spirit! The Kentucky Derby Museum is so excited about our new multi-year partnership with Churchill Downs Racetrack that supports the museum’s longstanding commitment to educating students about the Kentucky Derby. This partnership, with a financial commitment of $150,000 over three years, will bolster the museum’s free in-house field trips and outreach programs, ensuring that tens of thousands of students across Kentucky and beyond can experience the magic of the Derby. Churchill Downs Incorporated #KentuckyDerby #Education #FieldTrip #DerbyMuseum #ChurchillDowns

A field trip to the museum is a core memory for local students - it has been for 40 years. Education has always been foundational to the museum’s mission and now we’re so excited to announce that Churchill Downs Racetrack will be supporting the museum’s programs! We give this partnership an A++ Churchill Downs Incorporated