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Kentucky Derby Museum

704 Central Avenue, Louisville, KY 40208
502-637-7097
Ranked #2 of 41 attractions in Louisville
4.5 of 5 stars 108 Reviews
Type: Specialty Museums, Museums
Owner description: When you visit the Kentucky Derby Museum you will find yourself immersed in the next best thing to actually being at the Derby! Our exhibits will take...... more » Owner description: When you visit the Kentucky Derby Museum you will find yourself immersed in the next best thing to actually being at the Derby! Our exhibits will take you through the journey from the birth of the foal to the winner's circle. Find yourself in the middle of Kentucky Derby week activities and Derby traditions. Or you can take in the view of the track on Derby Day from the middle of the Infield. We are the exclusive tour provider for Churchill Downs offering tours 7 days a week. We can’t wait to say "Welcome!" Come join in the fun! « less
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108 reviews from our community

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rlh912
Louisville, Kentucky
Senior Contributor
39 reviews
11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 11, 2012 NEW

If you're visiting Louisville, the Derby Museum is a must. More

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Mary B
Owensboro, Kentucky
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 10, 2012 NEW

Great for the whole family. Be sure to sign up for the tour of the backside of the track. We took our 14 year old grandkids to the museum and they actually enjoyed the afternoon! More

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Jos R
Houston, Texas
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 6, 2012 NEW

Having lived away for 20 years, I guess I didn't realize what I had in my home town when I lived there growing up. I had toured the Downs many years ago, but today the Museum and the Tour was fascinating. I was proud to show my out of state friends, the home of the Kentucky Derby. The museum is... More

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fratwin
Prairie Village, Kansas
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 22, 2012

The museum was great with lots of interactive exhibits. Make sure you take a tour of the stables and grounds. More

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Judy S
Borden, Indiana
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9 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 17, 2012

Interesting even if you're not a horse person. Very pleasant. More

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Aline S
Louisville, Kentucky
Senior Contributor
40 reviews
2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 15, 2012

I haven't had the opportunity to visit the Kentucky Derby Museum, but I sure would like to have a chance to. The derby is a big part of Louisville and i am sure there's a lot of interesting things to see. More

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xsinyrx
Louisville, Kentucky
Reviewer
3 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 14, 2012

I work events there and it's great. There is so much to look at, so much history to learn, and the fact that they allow events and weddings there is awesome. I enjoy the time I spend there and all of the staff I've met and worked with is super friendly. More

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Jonathan L
Little Torch Key, Florida
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4 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 8, 2012

I had been a while back but its been renavated and looks really good. You can go on a tour and they will show you the musume itself and the track. Fun time had More

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Lynne37034
Corydon, Indiana
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 8, 2012

It was a few years go that I visited but I went with a "horse" friend and we made almost a full day of looking around and having lunch. More

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FiveWeeks
Millsboro, DE
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6 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 8, 2012

This museum was beautiful. The tour guide was exceptional. The interactive displays were fun for everyone. More

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