The home of the most famous horse race in America, Churchill
downs is full of tradition and amazing stories. It opened in 1875,
and has hosted the Kentucky Derby ever since. The track also hosts
the Breeders Cup. Races are run from May to July, and October to
November, and visitors to Churchill Downs can see live races in
addition to learning about past winners in the Kentucky Derby
Museum, which is open year round.
Address: 700 Central Avenue Postal Code: 40208 Website: www.churchilldowns.com Telephone: (502) 636-4400 Opening Time: Museum: March 15 to November 30: Monday to Saturday
8am-5pm, Sunday 11am-5pm. Opens 9am in winter. Closed Thanksgiving,
Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, Derby and Oaks
Days.
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