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Explore beyond race day and discover the timeless culture, traditions, history, and fashion of the Kentucky Derby.

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The Foundation Sires

As the United States salutes its beloved fathers and father-figures this weekend, we’re taking you way back to explore the founding fathers of the modern Thoroughbred race horse.

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Jimmy Winkfield

Learn more about Jimmy Winkfield, who won the Kentucky Derby twice, 1901 and 1902, and is the most recent Black jockey to win the celebrated race.

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Things to Do in Louisville with Friends: A Local's Guide to Derby, Bourbon & Louisville Traditions

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Learn More A Las Carreras! exhibit photo of artifacts on display

¡A Las Carreras! exhibit honors Derby athletes of Hispanic Heritage

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Learn More Family standing next to horse and riders on Churchill Downs Racetrack

The Kentucky Derby Museum: One of the Best Things to Do in Louisville

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Learn More Bride and Groom with Thoroughbred horse in stable

Historic Louisville Wedding Venues: Say "I Do" at the Kentucky Derby Museum

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Learn More Kentucky Oaks 150 winner Thorpedo Anna with garland of lilies, jockey and winning team

Decades of Tradition Highlight the Role of Fillies, Lilies, and Ladies for the Kentucky Oaks

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Learn More Vintage image of D Wayne Lukas speaking at winners party in Museum Great Hall in 1980s

Legacy of D. Wayne Lukas Lives On Through His Exhibit at the Kentucky Derby Museum

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Learn More Barbaro crossing finish line during his 2006 Kentucky Derby win

Barbaro’s Story Continues to Inspire 20 Years After His Dominant Derby Win

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Learn More Vintage photo of Diane Crump in jockey silks on race day

Women’s Fight for Their Right to Ride in the Kentucky Derby

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The Barbaro Memorial Statue

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Learn More The Byerley Turk by John Wootton

The Foundation Sires

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Recipes for your Kentucky Derby Party!

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Learn More Black and white photo of Jimmy Winkfield

Jimmy Winkfield

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