Birth, First Year, Bloodlines

Learn about the birth of foals and the daily life of yearlings on a Thoroughbred farm. Told from the point of view of the breeder himself, hear about the breeding process, the optimal time for the birth of a foal, and the physiological signs of a winning horse. Learn about everything that goes inside a foaling kit, the careers on a breeding farm and the importance of pedigree towards a great racehorse.

The exhibit also highlights Hermitage Farm, including its history as a primary breeding operation.