Kentucky Derby Museum

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.

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    (502) 637-7097

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    derbymuseum.org

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704 Central Ave Louisville , KY 40208 United States

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Evansville Courier and Press

Paddock tours , backfield tours , and daily screenings of "The Greatest Race ", a 360-degree video about the history of the race.

Bobby Kennedy

It's actually a pretty great museum , especially if you off-peak times and there are fewer children.

Emmett Nolan

Don’t miss this! Wonderful museum , neat tour , and a really cool 360 degree short film !

Casey Ritter

I was privileged enough to work on videos here. Although I'm sure that exhibit has changed by now!

DerbyMuseum

Derby Trivia Exhibit - Challenge your knowledge of the Derby and it's traditions. Play against a clock or in groups to compete against one another for the title of Derby expert.

Melissa De Santis

Take on of the first tours for a chance to see horses warming up on the track

Jill Stribling

Great Place to Visit whether your a visitor or live in Louisville.

April Kimmel

Definitely go on the tour around the paddock . You get to see all the thoroughbred superstars

Marq Johnson

So awesome! Don't think about it. Just go!

Tara Jackson

Pay the extra $11 to take the van your to the horse stalls & back of track . Very fascinating!

Metromix Louisville

Experience all the history and grandeur of the Kentucky Derby with a visit to this museum . Read more

Lynne Roberts

Displays, hats, pricey cafe , staff all top notch.

Terena Bell

Exhibits are available in other languages. Just ask the front desk for info!

Louisville Family Fun Stephanie White

Great for kids of all ages. Kids under 5 are free!!!

CC

Take the Historic Walking Tour and don't miss the second floor!

HelloMetro.com

Do the Horses and Haunts Tour on the last Thursday of every month to see the dark side of Churchill Downs. Read more

Elizabeth Dale

They have a café so that’s cool

DerbyMuseum

Watch "The Greatest Race " a 360 degree , hi-definition film that brings the Kentucky Derby to life!

Andrew Morton

General tour is great. Get to see track !

Binky Bear

Fun interactive activities!

Koby Luedtke

Pretty good. The movie will make ya dizzy.

Kenny Kaelin

Lovely day for the Grand Opening!!!

Diane Moebus

Not what I expected

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