The National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame will present several events during the Saratoga Race Course meeting. For a complete list of events and more details, please visit the Museum website at racingmuseum.org.
Upcoming events
Wednesday, July 12 — Museum Members Exhibition Opening Reception and Greg Montgomery 2023 Travers Poster Talk and Signing
We welcome Museum Members for a first look at the Museum’s new exhibits, A Tremendous Machine: Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Secretariat’s Triple Crown and The Summer Place to Be: Bert Morgan’s Focus on Saratoga Race Course. The evening will also include a presentation from artist Greg Montgomery, who will be available to sign copies of his 2023 Travers Stakes poster. Time: 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. (this event is exclusively for Museum Members). To become a member, call (518) 584-0400 ext. 112. Thank you to Mazzone Hospitality, Saratoga Spring Water, and Saratoga Eagle for generous donations supporting this event.
Saturday, July 15 — Saturday Morning Social, presented by the New York Thoroughbred Breeders
The Museum will offer free admission from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. thanks to the sponsorship from the New York Thoroughbred Breeders. There will be complimentary coffee and doughnuts courtesy of Stewart’s Shops and water courtesy of Saratoga Water. The morning program will feature a handicapping seminar and book signing by Richard Eng, author of “Betting on Horse Racing for Dummies.” Time: 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Cost: Free to attend, books available for purchase.
Tuesday, July 18 — ThoroFan Racing Trivia Night
The Museum will partner with ThoroFan for an evening of racing trivia. Contestants can compete individually or as a team for great prizes awarded throughout the night. For more information, visit thorofan.com or racingmuseum.org. Time: 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Cost: $15 Museum members, $25 non-members.
Saturday, July 22 — Saturday Morning Social, presented by Tracy Egan and Fortune Realty Group
The Museum will offer free admission from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. thanks to the sponsorship from Tracy Egan and Fortune Realty Group. There will be complimentary coffee and doughnuts courtesy of Stewart’s Shops and water courtesy of Saratoga Water. The morning program will feature a book reading and signing by Maddy Zanetti, author of “Upset, the Original Dark Horse,” as well as an appearance by Upset, the miniature horse. There will also be a handicapping seminar by Tom Amello of Trackfacts and Maria Billis of Young Living will be on hand with her clean lifestyle and healthy home premium products. Time: 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Cost: Free to attend, books and products available for purchase.
Saturday, July 29 — Saturday Morning Social, presented by the New York Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Association
The Museum will offer free admission from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. thanks to the sponsorship from the New York Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Association. There will be complimentary coffee and doughnuts courtesy of Stewart’s Shops and water courtesy of Saratoga Water. The morning program will feature a book signing by Patricia McQueen, author of “Secretariat’s Legacy.” There will also be a handicapping seminar by Tom Amello of Trackfacts and Maria Billis of Young Living will be on hand with her clean lifestyle and healthy home premium products. Time: 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Cost: Free to attend, books and products available for purchase.
Saturday, July 29 — Racing and Rosé Fashion Show with Miss Scarlett Boutique, featuring special guest Carson Kressley
Join TV personality Carson Kressley for a fashion show and brunch party at the Museum featuring racing-inspired designs by Miss Scarlett Boutique’s Jen Marcellus. The VIP ticket includes early arrival at 10:30 a.m. to meet and mingle with TV personality Carson Kressley — best known for Queer Eye for the Straight Guy and RuPaul’s Drag Race —and the opportunity to take a photo with Carson. The main event starts at 11 a.m. — sip on rosé from La Crema, snack on light fare, and explore the Museum’s Sculpture Gallery. Around noon, the racing-inspired fashions of Jen Marcellus will take center stage, as women from Saratoga and the racing world present a one-of-a-kind fashion show through the Sculpture Gallery. Time: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Please visit racingmuseum.org for more details.
Tuesday, August 1 — Racing Partnership and Syndicate Night
Learn how to get involved in thoroughbred ownership from some of the top partnerships in the game. Numerous racehorse partnerships are scheduled to attend. There will be giveaways, complimentary refreshments graciously donated by Saratoga Eagle, Saratoga Spring Water, and Mazzone Hospitality, and an opportunity to meet representatives from the partnerships. Time: 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Cost: Free to attend.
Friday, August 4 – Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
The Museum inducts the 2023 Hall of Fame class. The ceremony will also be live streamed at racingmuseum.org. The class of 2023 is comprised of racehorses Arrogate, California Chrome, and Beholder; jockeys Corey Nakatani and Fernando Toro; and Pillars of the Turf John W. Hanes II, Leonard W. Jerome, and Stella F. Thayer. Time: 10:30 a.m. Cost: Free to attend (limited seating). Location: Fasig-Tipton, 153 George Street, Saratoga Springs.
Saturday, August 5 — Saturday Morning Social, presented by the New York Thoroughbred Breeding and Development Fund
The Museum will offer free admission from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. thanks to the sponsorship from the New York Thoroughbred Breeding and Development Fund. There will be complimentary coffee and doughnuts courtesy of Stewart’s Shops and water courtesy of Saratoga Water. The morning program will feature a book signing by Jennifer Kelly, author of “The Foxes of Belair: Gallant Fox, Omaha, and the Quest for the Triple Crown,” as well as a Secretariat-themed presentation by artist Jaime Corum, who will be signing her prints of Secretariat and discussing her Secretariat stride animation art. There will also be a handicapping seminar by Tom Amello of Trackfacts. Time: 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Cost: Free to attend, books and prints available for purchase.
Friday, August 11 — 47th Annual Museum Ball
The Museum’s annual black-tie gala. By invitation only. For more information, contact (518) 584-0400 ext. 109.
Saturday, August 12 — Saturday Morning Social, presented by the New York Thoroughbred Breeding and Development Fund
The Museum will offer free admission from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. thanks to the sponsorship from the New York Thoroughbred Breeding and Development Fund. There will be complimentary coffee and doughnuts courtesy of Stewart’s Shops and water courtesy of Saratoga Water. The morning program will feature a Racehorse Simulator demonstration with a professional equestrian. Artist Celeste Susany will be on hand to sign prints of her artwork and there will also be a handicapping seminar by Tom Amello of Trackfacts. Time: 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Cost: Free to attend, prints available for purchase.
Saturday, August 19 — Saturday Morning Social, presented by Live Oak Plantation
The Museum will offer free admission from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. thanks to the sponsorship from Live Oak Plantation. There will be complimentary coffee and doughnuts courtesy of Stewart’s Shops and water courtesy of Saratoga Water. The morning program will feature a book signing by Mark Shrager, author of “The First Kentucky Derby: Thirteen Black Jockeys, One Shady Owner, and the Little Red Horse That Wasn’t Supposed to Win,” as well as a handicapping seminar by Tom Amello of Trackfacts. Time: 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Cost: Free to attend, books available for purchase.
Friday, August 25 — Travers Eve Wine and Cheese Night
Celebrate the Saratoga racing season at the Museum on Travers Stakes Eve. Enjoy refreshments in the Museum’s Cornelius Vanderbilt Whitney Courtyard with fellow Museum members and racing enthusiasts. Time: 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Cost: Free for members, $10 for non-members. Thank you to Mazzone Hospitality, Saratoga Spring Water, and Saratoga Eagle for generous donations supporting this event.
Saturday, August 26 — Saturday Morning Social, presented by McMahon of Saratoga Thoroughbreds
The Museum will offer free admission from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. thanks to the sponsorship from McMahon of Saratoga Thoroughbreds. There will be complimentary coffee and doughnuts courtesy of Stewart’s Shops and water courtesy of Saratoga Water. The morning program will feature a book signing by Kim Wickens, author of “Lexington: The Extraordinary Life and Turbulent Times of America’s Legendary Racehorse,” as well as artist Greg Montgomery signing copies of his 2023 Travers Stakes poster and a handicapping seminar by Tom Amello of Trackfacts. Time: 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Cost: Free to attend, books and posters available for purchase.
Saturday, September 2 — Saturday Morning Social, presented by the Belmont Child Care Association
The Museum will offer free admission from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. thanks to the sponsorship from the Belmont Child Care Association. There will be complimentary coffee and doughnuts courtesy of Stewart’s Shops and water courtesy of Saratoga Water. The morning program will feature activities for kids by Amplify Horse Racing and a handicapping seminar by Tom Amello of Trackfacts. Time: 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Cost: Free to attend.
Ongoing programs
Oklahoma Training Track Tours
Available June through October, this exclusive, 60-minute behind-the-scenes walking tour of Saratoga Race Course’s famous training site offers guests the opportunity to experience the morning workouts and includes Museum admission. Reservations required (no children under the age of 10 permitted). Cost: $15 adults, $10 seniors and students, 50 percent off for Museum members. Reservations and additional details: call (518) 584-0400 ext. 103.
Tom Durkin Museum Tours
Join legendary race caller Tom Durkin for a unique and entertaining tour experience of the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame. These special tours last one hour and include a showing of the Museum’s new signature film, What It Takes: Journey to the Hall of Fame. Dates: Beginning July 13, Thursday through Saturday (no tours July 29, August 4). Cost: $30 Museum members, $35 Non-members. Reservations and additional details: call (518) 584-0400 ext. 103.
Saratoga County Farm Tours
The National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame is partnering with Saratoga County farms for exclusive behind-the-scenes tours. There will be one farm featured per month through October. Guests will enjoy a 90-minute tour through each thoroughbred farm, where a knowledgeable guide will provide a comprehensive look at the day-to-day operations and what makes each farm unique. Guests will have the opportunity to get up close and personal with real thoroughbreds. Dates: July 29 — Old Friends at Cabin Creek; Aug. 26 — McMahon of Saratoga Thoroughbreds; Sept. 30 — Old Tavern Farm; Oct. 14 — Sugar Plum Farm. Cost: Each tour is $30 for Museum members and $40 for non-members. All tour purchases include a complimentary Museum admission. To purchase tickets: racingmuseum.org/visit/tours/.
For more information about the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame, including upcoming events, please visit www.racingmuseum.org or call (518) 584-0400.
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Contact: Brien Bouyea
(518) 584-0400 ext. 133
bbouyea@racingmuseum.net