INTERNATIONAL MUSEUM OF THE HORSE

LEXINGTON, KY

Orange you glad I didn't say banana? I would call this a creamsicle tulip.

Tulips around these parts mean Easter. Paler pastel colored tulips were not in vogue this year. Strong colors were.
Orange you glad I didn't say banana? Credit: sniggie

The International Museum of the Horse is located in Lexington, Kentucky, and is one of the world's leading equestrian museums. The museum was established in 1978 and is situated on the grounds of the Kentucky Horse Park, which is a 1,200-acre equine theme park. The museum's mission is to educate and inspire the public about the horse's history and its impact on human civilization.

The museum has an extensive collection of artifacts, art, and documents that showcase the role of the horse in various aspects of human society, including transportation, agriculture, sport, and war. Visitors can see a wide range of exhibits that cover topics such as the evolution of horses, the history of horse racing, and the role of horses in the American West.

The museum's collection includes rare and valuable items, such as the skeleton of the famous racehorse Secretariat, and the carriage used by President Abraham Lincoln during his inauguration. The museum also houses a library and archives that contain thousands of books, manuscripts, and photographs related to the horse.

The International Museum of the Horse is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in horses or the history of human civilization. With its extensive collection, educational programs, and interactive exhibits, the museum offers a unique and fascinating experience for visitors of all ages.

INTERNATIONAL MUSEUM OF THE HORSE is a Uncategorized or General Museum in LEXINGTON KY. US MID #8402100257

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Southeastern (Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia).

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INTERNATIONAL MUSEUM OF THE HORSE
4089 IRON WORKS PIKE
LEXINGTON
KY
40511

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MID # 8402100257
Name INTERNATIONAL MUSEUM OF THE HORSE
Alternate Name INTERNATIONAL MUSEUM OF THE HORSE
Classification Uncategorized or General Museums, , Southeastern
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 610600439
NTEECC
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 38.148848, -84.515327
CODES FIPS State Code: 21
FIPS County Code: 067
US Census Tract: 003802
US Census Block: 2017