Welcome to Kentucky Derby Museum!
Discover the only place that brings together over 20,000 artifacts, 170+ bourbons, exclusive Churchill Downs® tours, a stunning Derby fashion exhibit, and a thrilling 360° film that will make your heart race and emotions soar as you immerse yourself in the excitement of the Derby.
We look forward to your visit and invite you to join us and create your own unforgettable Derby memories.
Kentucky Derby Museum Voted #3 Best Attraction for Sports Fans | USA Today
We're excited to bring you a full day of Derby-themed festivities in partnership with the Kentucky Derby Festival and Churchill Downs. Join us for the 2nd Annual Derby in December at the Kentucky Derby Museum!
Start your day as a tourist, finish it off as a spectator! This experience has it all! Explore Churchill Downs in a golf cart with your tour guide, watch Thoroughbreds train on the track, and enjoy a delicious meal in an exclusive dining area while taking in a day at the races!
This fall, Kentucky Derby Museum proudly launches its Legends Series event with a Salute to Veterans, celebrating veteran-owned distilleries. This event is a special tribute to those who have served our country and continues the museum's tradition of honoring legendary innovators and leaders in the bourbon industry.
Equipped with immersive technology, this new exhibit is a time capsule that takes visitors through decades of Kentucky Derby® fashion, reaching as far back as the 1860s.
Only on the Backside can you experience breathtaking views of the Twin Spires and see the iconic horse barns up close. Go behind the scenes where Thoroughbreds are stabled and the active community of workers are in their element hot walking, grooming, and training the fastest horses in the country.
The exhibit underwent a $1 million upgrade to include cutting-edge technology for the immersive jockey simulator, allowing guests to experience what it's like to ride in the Derby.
Start your day railside at the track! Experience the thrilling sound of hooves pounding the dirt as horses and jockeys train right in front of you!
EXPERIENCE DERBY MAGIC
Came to the Kentucky Derby Museum on a whim, ended up having an amazing time! Johnny Bourbon behind the bar was a real gem! He made the made the museum experience exceptional for both the kids and big kids alike. Everyone working at the museum was awesome. Highly recommend the museum and the bourbon bar, ask for Johnny Bourbon!
— @joenjillavl TripAdvisor
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