Kentucky Derby Museum Reopens

The Kentucky Derby Museum has re-opened to the public, after flash flooding last August. Damage totaled nearly $4.5 million.

“We are literally new from top to bottom,” Kentucky Derby Museum Communications Director Wendy Treinen said.

Treinen also said 85 percent of the exhibits are brand new, new graphics and technology included.

Triple Crown-winning jockeys Ron Turcotte, who rode Secretariat in 1973, and Jean Cruguet, who rode Seattle Slew in 1977, helped cut the red ribbon to open the renovated museum.

According to Lynn Ashton, museum executive director, "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."

General Admission...

• Adults: $12.00
• Senior Citizens (55+): $11.00
• Young Adults (13-18): $10.00
• Children (5-12): $5.00
• Children (Under 5): FREE

Your admission will include a Historic Walking Tour of Churchill Downs, "The Greatest Race" 360-degree high-definition film, two levels of permanent exhibits as well as special exhibits.

Summer Hours (March 15 – November 30)
Monday - Saturday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Sunday 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Open at 8 a.m. Sunday after Derby

Winter Hours (December 1 - March 14)
Monday - Saturday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Sunday 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.

The Museum is closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, Derby and Oaks Day,
and Breeders' Cup Day (November 6, 2010)