Description
Celebrate 150 years of the Kentucky Derby with this richly detailed visual history from the Kentucky Derby Museum and curator Jessica K. Whitehead. The History of the Kentucky Derby in 75 Objects takes readers on a journey through the Derby’s past by highlighting 75 unique artifacts, each revealing a fascinating story about America’s longest-running sporting event.
Choose from an unsigned copy or a copy signed by Pat Day, a four-time winner of the Eclipse Award for Outstanding Jockey who was inducted into the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame in 1991 and the Arkansas Sports Hall of Fame in 1999. Day won nine Triple Crown races and 12 Breeders’ Cup races.
Signed copies are on PRE-ORDER until mid-April
From its legendary horses and historic races to the Black, Latin American, and female jockeys, trainers, and owners who shaped the Derby’s legacy, this book provides a fresh, inclusive perspective on the evolution of The Run for the Roses.
Featuring stunning full-color photography and in-depth historical insights, this book is a must-have for any horse racing fan, sports historian, or Kentucky Derby enthusiast.
Key Features:
A visual exploration of the Kentucky Derby’s 150-year history through 75 significant objects.
Spotlights the contributions of Black, Latin American, and female riders, owners, and trainers.
Curated by Jessica K. Whitehead, historian and collections curator at the Kentucky Derby Museum.
Perfect coffee table book with rich images and engaging storytelling.
An essential addition to any horse racing, sports history, or Kentucky Derby collection.
