Kentucky Derby Museum Announces $6.5-Million Expansion

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A $6.5-million renovation and expansion project has been announced for the Kentucky Derby Museum, adding over 11,000 square feet of brand new space and renovation of an existing 5,000 square feet. It will be the largest expansion of the Museum's footprint since the building was constructed in 1985 and one of the largest renovations since a major refurbishing project following damaging flooding in 2009.

The expansion will provide a greater visitor experience for guests with an emphasis on new exhibit space. The recently acquired D. Wayne Lukas collection will be featured in its own permanent gallery. It also creates space to display key pieces of the Bill Shoemaker collection, which has been housed in the Museum's archives for many years.

“We wanted to build upon the momentum of our recent growth and take the Museum to the next level. With this expansion, we'll create a new, dynamic way to present our mission to engage, educate and excite everyone about the extraordinary event that is the Kentucky Derby to guests from around the world,” Kentucky Derby Museum President and CEO Patrick Armstrong said.

Karen Williams, President & CEO of the Louisville Convention & Visitors Bureau added, “The Kentucky Derby Museum is one of the city's iconic attractions drawing both leisure and convention travelers looking for an authentic Louisville experience. The expansion and renovation will offer our visitors even more one-of-a-kind opportunities to enjoy the thrills and traditions of the legendary Kentucky Derby.”

Construction is set to begin after Kentucky Derby 2018 and is expected to be complete by November, in time for the 2018 Breeders' Cup at Churchill Downs.

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