Join us on October 18th for a one-of-a-kind experience!
Tickets are available now for this exclusive experience highlighting the history of one of the Thoroughbred industry’s leading farms, Spendthrift.
Hosted by former Spendthrift Manager, John Williams, and award-winning author, Mary Perdue, The Glory of Spendthrift Farm Experience is a behind-the-scenes look into an iconic Thoroughbred operation.
The experience itself will include
- Exploring the iconic ‘Nashua Motel’ stallion complex with John Williams, who managed Spendthrift when it was home to over 40 stallions including Seattle Slew, Affirmed and Nashua!
- “Straight from the horses’ mouth stories” about the superstar horses who helped Spendthrift to become one of the most prestigious breeding farms in the world.
- A book presentation and signing with Mary Perdue, author of 2022 Dr. Tony Ryan Book Award finalist “Landaluce: The Story of Seattle Slew’s First Champion” – Mary will share her research into the farm’s history, including its colorful founder Leslie Combs, as well as its fabled broodmares, and many Spendthrift-bred champions.
- A visit to Spendthrift’s B. Wayne Hughes Visitor’s Center, nearing it’s one-year anniversary as part of the farm’s impressive landscape.
Books will be available for purchase and signing following the tour.
If you have any further questions about this experience or need helping booking, please email info@visithorsecountry.com or call +1 (859) 963-1004
