The Keeneland Library will be hosting a Duplicate Book Sale of unique racing-related books, magazines and memorabilia from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET at the Keeneland Recreation Center and Keene Barn.
Among the approximately 4,000 volumes and 1,000 individual magazines sold were copies of the American Racing Manual and major series such as Krik’s Guide to the Turf, Goodwin’s Official Turf Guides, American Stud Book and General Stud Book. Also on offer will be popular titles from a variety of genres as well as racing shows, posters and media guides.
Most of the duplicate books are now out of print, and all but the rarest books will be priced for sale.
Proceeds from the sale will enhance the Library’s ability to preserve its collections and provide outreach and research services. All purchases must be made in person; No pre-sales.
Keeneland Library Director Becky Ryder said: “The Keeneland Library is delighted to offer its third Replica Sale. “The sale will feature content that will interest every racing fan, from equestrian art or racecourse design to biographies of horses from A to Zenyatta.”
The Keeneland Library is one of the world’s largest repositories of information relating to Thoroughbred racing, containing nearly 30,000 books, over 1 million prints and photographic negatives, and thousands of newspapers and magazines on all aspects of the race. aspects of the horse industry. At a globally renowned public research facility, Library staff have assisted thousands of journalists, writers, university professors, historians, racing fans and others with research since the Library of Congress. The institute opened in 1939.
To get to the Recreation Center and Keene Barn, which adjoin the Library, enter Gate 1 on Keeneland Blvd. and won first rights on Entertainment Blvd.
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