Harness that bird long-time winner of the 2009 Kentucky Derby (G1), will begin a temporary residency at the Kentucky Derby Museum in the final event of the 2024 Legends Series with Maker’s Mark from 5-8 p.m. March 27 .
As the star of the evening, Mine That Bird will be on display in the museum’s stables, giving attendees a special opportunity to see the Kentucky Derby winner in person. Tickets are available to purchase on museum website.
“We are excited to bring Mine That Bird to the museum stables for this special Legends event,” said Mark Allen, owner of Mine That Bird. “This is a unique opportunity for fans to get up close and personal with a living legend and explore the fascinating history of long-distance driving at the Kentucky Derby.”
The Legends series, hosted by renowned bourbon connoisseur Fred Minnick, is always a highlight of the museum’s calendar, bringing together horse racing fans and bourbon enthusiasts. The event will coincide with the launch of the new Long Shots mini-exhibition, displaying artifacts from five of the longest shots ever to win the Derby.
“The Legends series has always been a fun way to experience Derby history and bourbon at the same time, and this year’s event takes it up a notch,” said Patrick Armstrong, Derby Museum president and CEO. completely new height. “The special Maker’s Mark barrel we chose for the museum captures the excitement and thrill of what a lasting victory means. It’s the taste of victory, the celebration of the unexpected and the agree with the unpredictable nature of the war.” Derby himself.”
Mine That Bird will be at Derby Museum until mid-April.
This press release has been edited for content and style by BloodHorse Staff.
