“My Old Kentucky Home”
A crescendo engulfs the racetrack as 160,000 or so people in the crowd, from the clubhouse to the infield, are all Kentuckians, gathered together to celebrate one of Kentucky’s greatest traditions.
A crescendo engulfs the racetrack as 160,000 or so people in the crowd, from the clubhouse to the infield, are all Kentuckians, gathered together to celebrate one of Kentucky’s greatest traditions.
Post-1960 Derby celebrations saw an explosion of creativity and exuberance and personal expression. Derby Day will always be the best place to go big, or go home.
I’m here to tell you about the Kentucky Turtle Derby and a brave—but very slow—little terrapin named Broken Spring.
Throughout their history, the Twin Spires have served as a promotional vehicle, been a source of important stories and provided a strong sense of place.
Part two of our history of Derby ensembles takes a look at the rapidly-evolving frocks and trimmings for fashionable trackside ladies through the Jazz Age and into wartime.
The Official Kentucky Derby Mint Julep Glass has been a popular collectible for many years, even though its creation was not entirely intentional. Learn about what has made Derby glasses collectibles.
For those of you who thought fashion was just about the clothes we put on, think again. The history of fashion is the history of people.
The Kentucky Derby may have been postponed due, but the arrival of spring still will bring memories of Derby season for many race fans. Here are five books to tide you over until September 5.
