LexTalk Keeneland history with 'Heart of the Turf' traveling exhibit plus a sneak peek at what's new for 2024

By Alan Lytle

Published April 3, 2024 at 11:32 AM EDT

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WUKY's Alan Lytle and LHM executive director Dr. Amanda Higgins welcome Keeneland Library Director Roda Ferraro for a special behind the scenes look at the development of The Heart of the Turf exhibit, its importance to Lexington history, and the many influential Black horsemen and women who made Lexington the center of the horse world. The exhibit is on display through Derby Day at the Lexington History Museum. Roda will also give an in-person talk on 'The Heart of The Turf' on Sunday April 14th at 2 p.m. at the museum. Roda also highlights the library's newest exhibit - A Rite of Spring: the 100th Running of the Blue Grass Stakes, now open to the public! Featuring photographs that capture race highlights over the decades, displayed alongside notable memorabilia from the time-honored race.

Please join us on Sunday, April 14, 2024 at 2:00 p.m.for LEXTalks!
“The Heart of the Turf: Racing's Black Pioneers”

Keeneland Library Director Roda Ferraro will provide a behind the scenes look at the development of The Heart of the Turf exhibit, its importance to Lexington history, and the many influential Black horsemen and women who made Lexington the center of the horse world.

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