Chaperones

Thank you for serving as a chaperone!
As a non-profit organization we depend upon you to maintain flow through the Museum and supervise the students to ensure safety. Below please find the things you are asked to do on your visit with us.

Museum Program
30 or 45-minute educational program, on the Lower Level.
- RELAX AND ENJOY THE PROGRAM

Churchill Downs Tour & Museum Barn Visit
Walking tour of Churchill Downs and a visit with a retired Thoroughbred and companion animal.
- PLEASE KEEP YOUR GROUP TOGETHER

Exhibits
30 to 45 minutes in the exhibits; when you are most needed.
- PLEASE HELP ASSURE THAT STUDENTS:

• Walk, talk quietly, stay with your group and use exhibits correctly to provide for the safety of all visitors.
• Use their exhibits guide (Kids and Colts or Roses and Riders) to be engaged to control behavior and encourage learning.
• Have fun because that's what the Derby is about! Remind students that they can have fun and behave appropriately so that everyone has a good visit today.

Greatest Race
17-minute, 360-degree, high-definition film about the Derby in the Great Hall.
- PLEASE ENSURE STUDENTS SIT ON THE FLOOR, SIT UP AND USE SOFT VOICES
(Students should save the stools for visitors who need to use them.)

Special Instructions:

Riders Up!: Please do not let students "beat the horse" with the reigns. Do not spend too long in this area. All students may not be able to access this exhibit.
Starting Gate (Upper Level): one-at-a-time on the pretend horse.
Finish Line Gift Shop: students welcome in small groups with chaperones.

Have a great day! If you need assistance see any Visitor Services Staff.