National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame
National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame
National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame
4.5
Wednesday
10:00 - 16:00
Thursday
10:00 - 16:00
Friday
10:00 - 16:00
Saturday
10:00 - 16:00
Sunday
10:00 - 16:00
About
A tour through the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame sets you on an incredible journey through the sport’s history, from colonial times through present day. Surrounded by incredible works of fine art, trophies, and historical artifacts, visitors experience all aspects of this thrilling sport, from its most iconic moments and pageantry to what happens behind the scenes during a day at the races. The Museum’s signature film, What It Takes: Journey to the Hall of Fame is a 16-minute immersive experience that brings viewers on an amazing journey through the sport and examines the rare honor — given to less than one percent its participants — of reaching the game’s pinnacle and earning a coveted spot in the Hall of Fame. The cutting-edge film conveys the exhilaration of the sport of thoroughbred racing in America and the passion behind the heritage of the game.
Duration: 1-2 hours
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Deb H
27 contributions
Sept 2023 • Family
Great museum that covers all the great horses in the history of racing. Very cool Hall of Fame presentation. Nice gift shop. Interactive displays.
Written 8 September 2023
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Cynthia F
Fair Lawn, NJ2,361 contributions
Jul 2023
16 minute movie is really good. Make sure not to miss this.
There are at least two sets of restrooms. We were sent to the basement when we asked where the bathrooms were, but we later found other bathrooms on the ground floor.
There are at least two sets of restrooms. We were sent to the basement when we asked where the bathrooms were, but we later found other bathrooms on the ground floor.
Written 5 July 2023
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KellyV
Toronto, Canada64 contributions
Oct 2022
An interesting museum with tons to see and read about. The 360 degree movie was interesting and the guide who introduced it was certainly passionate about racing and was a wealth of information following the short film, we stayed back to chat with her and ask her questions. We spent maybe an hour here but if you were really into horses and racing you could certainly spend a few hours reading all of the displays.
Written 10 October 2022
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Estelle K
Mount Laurel, NJ6 contributions
Aug 2022
If you come during racing season, weekend mornings have special free admission - I forget if they are on Saturdays or Sundays, but the museum is free on those days
Written 28 August 2022
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CuriousTravelerRadio
Lancaster, PA1,528 contributions
Jun 2022
We are not horse people, but this museum is magnificent! No expense was spared in creating a beautiful and interesting horse racing museum. The 16 minute movie alone is worth the visit!
Written 27 June 2022
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lesgo
Lexington, KY63 contributions
Jun 2022
very interesting. The film was very good, worthwhile. The exhibits interesting if you are interested in thoroughbreds. We live in a state big on racing so it was fun and educational. Wish the sport would be more inclusive though.
Written 9 June 2022
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LianneDC
Washington, DC52 contributions
May 2022
What a great museum of the history and magic of racing. The new film in the Hall of Fame is extraordinary and tugs at the heartstrings with all the heart that goes into training and racing. Amazing display of history with many exhibits and nice interactive touches to remind you of race days. Staff is super friendly and helpful, and the whole experience was very well worth the detour in our travels.
Written 19 May 2022
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MGK
7 contributions
Apr 2022
A truly historical overview of the racing industry from colonial era of America to the present day. The new video presentation was fabulous
Written 24 April 2022
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Islandtime11
Brooklyn, NY185 contributions
Nov 2021
We visited in the Winter so there were no races to see. This was a great way to get the feel of horse racing without the real thing.
Written 19 December 2021
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RdgTrips
Stanfordville, NY80 contributions
Dec 2021
Make it a point to visit this museum - it's very interesting and the has many interactive aspects that allow you to choose information of most interest to you.
The movie, in my opinion, is the best place to start. It's a short 15 minute film that will really give you a framework for the rest of the areas. Not to mention, the wall displays allow you to call up information on any horse, trainer or rider for more detail - that was super cool!
It was also great to see the exhibits for steeplechase as well as the ones about how the breed began and how a horses' skeleton supports itself, especially at peak performance.
My husband is not a horse person and neither of us have had the chance to see a live horse race but we spent easily two plus hours enjoying this museum!
The simulator was not running when we were there - it will be a reason to go back, for sure!
A huge shout out to Kate, Janet and the rest of the staff - they went over and above to insure our visit was super!
The movie, in my opinion, is the best place to start. It's a short 15 minute film that will really give you a framework for the rest of the areas. Not to mention, the wall displays allow you to call up information on any horse, trainer or rider for more detail - that was super cool!
It was also great to see the exhibits for steeplechase as well as the ones about how the breed began and how a horses' skeleton supports itself, especially at peak performance.
My husband is not a horse person and neither of us have had the chance to see a live horse race but we spent easily two plus hours enjoying this museum!
The simulator was not running when we were there - it will be a reason to go back, for sure!
A huge shout out to Kate, Janet and the rest of the staff - they went over and above to insure our visit was super!
Written 13 December 2021
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carlcascio
Waterford, CT2 contributions
Hours open
Jennifer R
Ballston Spa, NY2 contributions
The Museum is open Wednesday through Sundays 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. through December 31, 2019.
AllenG203
Reed Point, MT
date of horsemen induction into hall of fame
The date for the induction into the Hall of Fame has moved around in recent years. (I'm on the Voting Panel for the Hall of Fame, so I keep abreast of such things.) It USED to be on the second Friday in August, but this year (2017) -- it was changed to the FIRST Friday. Best to put a reminder to yourself, to check the Museum's website for updates, starting in early April when the new Inductees' names will be announced. :)
Beasteubing
Niskayuna, NY
What are the hours of operation?
NTMJR
Grosse Pointe, MI4 contributions
That information is available on their website.
Hi. We have a little dog Chichuahua. Can we bring him to the museum?
eileen s
Saratoga Springs, NY239 contributions
There is a lot of Saratoga history that can be done on foot with a dog if that helps. Congress Park, Saratoga Spa State Park and touring the local streets to look at Victorian homes. You can get self guiding walking tour material at the Visitor Center. Also, the Saratoga National Battlefield is not far and you can drive that in your own vehicle Enjoy your visit.
Barbara M
Ballston Lake, NY
What is the cost of admission? Is there a restaurant near by for lunch?
Stephen L
Boston, MA109 contributions
The entry fee is nominal. The staff asked us if we were members of AAA, AARP, etc. and my wife and I paid only $5 for both of us. They seemed intent on making the entry fee as low as possible.
Afterwards we enjoyed a fabulous meal at The Gideon Putnam about 1 mile away.
Barbara M
Ballston Lake, NY
How much does it cost to get into the museum. Is there somewhere near for lunch?
National Museum o
Saratoga Springs, NY
Admission to the Museum is $7.00 for adults and $5.00 for seniors 55 and over and students. Children 5 and under are free. We are not far from Broadway and within walking distance is the Brook Tavern and Spring Street Deli.
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- Wed - Sun 10:00 - 16:00
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