SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. — The National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame will present several events during July to coincide with the opening of the Saratoga Race Course summer meeting, which opens Thursday. For a complete list of Museum events and more details, please visit racingmuseum.org. Additionally, the Museum will present special exhibitions celebrating the legacies of Hall of Fame members Paul Mellon and Ruffian this summer. Both exhibits open to the public on Thursday, July 11. More information about the exhibits can be found here: Paul Mellon, Ruffian, and Harry M. Stevens exhibitions highlight 2024 summer season at the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame | National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame (racingmuseum.org)
Saturday, July 13 – Saturday Morning Social, presented by Saratoga Economic Development Corporation
The Museum will offer free admission from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. thanks to the sponsorship from the Saratoga Economic Development Corporation. There will be complimentary coffee and doughnuts courtesy of Stewart’s Shops and water courtesy of Saratoga Spring 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 a showing of the documentary film Mill Reef: Legacy of Heart. Time: 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Cost: Free to attend, books and products available for purchase.
Tuesday, July 16 – ThoroFan Racing Trivia Night
The Museum will partner with ThoroFan for an evening of racing trivia. Contestants can compete individually or as a team (maximum of four people) for great prizes. The event is sponsored by Saratoga Spring Water and Saratoga Eagle. For more information, visit thorofan.com. Time: 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Cost: $15 Museum members, $25 non-members.
Saturday, July 20 – Saturday Morning Social, presented by New York Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Association and 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 Horsemen’s Association and the New York Thoroughbred Breeders. There will be complimentary coffee and doughnuts courtesy of Stewart’s Shops and water courtesy of Saratoga Spring Water. The morning’s activities will include a celebration for the upcoming 150th anniversary of the birthdate of Hall of Fame trainer James “Sunny Jim” Fitzsimmons and a demonstration by the Saratoga Clay Arts group. There will be a handicapping seminar by Tom Amello of Trackfacts and a showing of the documentary film Mill Reef: Legacy of Heart. Time: 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Cost: Free to attend.
Saturday, July 20 – Old Friends at Cabin Creek farm tour
Take a behind-the-scenes tour of popular local thoroughbred retirement farm Old Friends at Cabin Creek. A knowledgeable guide will give you a comprehensive look at how the farm operates. Then, we’ll give you the chance to meet with the farm’s retired equine athletes, getting up close and personal with real thoroughbred racehorses. Finally, at the close of the tour, guests will have the opportunity to ask their guide any questions they may have about the care and keeping of these beautiful animals. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended on this tour. This tour takes place at Old Friends at Cabin Creek and includes free admission to the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame. When: 10:30 a.m. Where: Old Friends at Cabin Creek, 483 Sand Hill Road, Greenfield Center, NY 12833. Cost: $30 Museum member, $40 non-member. For more information: (518) 584-0400 ext. 118.
Saturday, July 27 – Saturday Morning Social
The Museum will offer free admission from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. There will be complimentary coffee and doughnuts courtesy of Stewart’s Shops and water courtesy of Saratoga Spring Water. The morning program will feature a book signing by Jim Reisler, editor of I Got the Horse Right Here: Damon Runyon on Horse Racing. There will also be a handicapping seminar by Tom Amello of Trackfacts and a showing of the documentary film Mill Reef: Legacy of Heart. Time: 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Cost: Free to attend, books available for purchase.
Saturday, July 27 – Racing and Rosé Fashion Show
Join us for a fashion show and brunch party at the Museum featuring racing-inspired designs by Miss Scarlett Boutique’s Jen Marcellus. The Garden Party Ticket includes early arrival at 10:30 a.m. and a pre-party in the newly renovated Beautiful Pleasure East Garden with Old Tavern Farm Flowers and Winery (Garden Party Tickets SOLD OUT!). The main event starts at 11 a.m. — sip on bubbly and rosé from 90+ Cellars, snack on light fare courtesy of PDT Catering, and explore the Museum’s Sculpture Gallery. Around noon, the racing-inspired fashions of Jen Marcellus will take center stage, as ladies from Saratoga and the racing world present a one-of-a-kind fashion show through the Sculpture Gallery. Special thank you to our event sponsors 90+ Cellars, Saratoga Spring Water, Old Tavern Farm Flowers, Old Tavern Farm Winery, Surroundings Floral Studio, PDT Catering, Woodchuck Cider, Day Chaser, Morgan Campbell Photo, and Chateau du Cheval. Time: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Cost: Regular ticket $100. Please visit racingmuseum.org for more details.
For more information about the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame, including upcoming events, please visit racingmuseum.org or call (518) 584-0400.
Media Contact:
Brien Bouyea
(518) 584-0400 ext. 133
bbouyea@racingmuseum.net