What farm is Secretariat buried at?
Claiborne Farm
Every year, hundreds of people come to the Bluegrass to visit a landmark known primarily only to horse people: Secretariat’s grave at Claiborne Farm in Paris, just outside Lexington. Claiborne is the Fenway Park of Kentucky horse farms, one of the oldest and most respected operations.
Was Secretariat buried in a coffin?
Secretariat was buried in a 6 by 6-foot oak casket lined with orange silk, the color used by Claiborne’s racing stables. He was buried near his sire, Bold Ruler, in a small graveyard behind the office at the farm. Secretariat won 16 of 21 races in two years, but most fans remember the Belmont best.
Why did Secretariat go to Claiborne Farms?
Secretariat was syndicated by Seth Hancock for breeding purposes and stood at stud at Claiborne Farm from the conclusion of his racing career at the end of 1973 until his death in 1989. Racing historian Edward L.
Did they do an autopsy on Secretariat?
While many are aware of the discovery of Secretariat’s abnormally large heart, only a glimpse of that historic day and what inspired a lifetime of his legacy has been told. Thomas Swerczek, DVM, Ph. D., performed the necropsy (an autopsy performed on an animal) on Secretariat shortly after he was euthanized.
What made Secretariat so fast?
Secretariat was so fast because he had outstanding conformation, an unusually large heart, and exceptional stride length.
Why could Secretariat run so fast?
Where can I See Secretariat at Claiborne Farm?
Schedule a tour and see where the legendary Secretariat was buried, and walk the grounds where many other famous racehorses called home. Or you can browse our extensive online shop and have special Claiborne merchandise delivered to your door!
How many horses are buried whole at Claiborne Farm?
Horses are normally cremated and only their head, heart and hooves (which are said to represent the body, heart and soul) are buried. There are five horses buried whole in the cemetery that holds Secretariat which is incredibly rare, although it became a more common practice at Claiborne in the 1980s.
Where is Secretariat’s grave in the horse cemetery?
Secretariat’s grave is located in an understated horse cemetery, past two brick pillars with granite roosters atop them, behind Claiborne’s main office. It’s a simple headstone that’s often surrounded by flowers, apples and peppermints left by fans.
What to do at Claiborne Farm in Kentucky?
Learn for yourself why Claiborne is known as one of the most iconic Thoroughbred breeding farms in Kentucky’s Horse Country! Schedule a tour and see where the legendary Secretariat was buried, and walk the grounds where many other famous racehorses called home.
