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Twin Spires at Churchill Downs

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Initially designed and created as simply an addition, these structures have become permanently linked to Churchill Downs and the Kentucky Derby. Used countless times over the years as a promotional tool, links to numerous stories, and a reminder of the place, the Twin Spires have become a revered symbol.

If Churchill Downs is American Thoroughbred horse racing’s cathedral, its steeple and eternal landmark is the Twin Spires. These two pinnacles cast a glow up and down Louisville and across the landscape of horse racing history.

Twin Spires

At Kentucky Derby Museum

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Kentucky Derby Museum is the only place that brings together over 20,000 artifacts, 170+ bourbons, exclusive Churchill Downs tours, immersive exhibits, and a thrilling 360° film that will make a heart race and emotions soar as one immerses in the excitement of the Derby.

As one enters the museum, there is a statue of Mystik Dan, a 3-year-old colt that has raced from 2023 to 2024, with a win at Churchill Downs in 2024.

Mystik Dan

Kentucky Derby Sign

At Churchill Downs

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While in Kentucky, we had a private tour of Churchill Downs in Louisville.

Churchill Downs is a horse racing complex in south Louisville, Kentucky, United States, famed for hosting the annual Kentucky Derby. It officially opened in 1875 and was named after Samuel Churchill, whose family had been prominent in Kentucky for many years.

Here is the entrance with a Barbaro statue in the front. Barbaro will be remembered for his six first-place finishes, including the 2006 Kentucky Derby, which he dominated by 6 1/2 lengths. The bronze statue, created by Kentucky artist Alexa King, showcases Barbaro and jockey Edgar Prado in mid-flight between strides nearing the finish line in the 2006 Kentucky Derby.

At Churchill Downs

Barbaro