Heritage center

Announcing The Secretariat Heritage Center

The Secretariat Heritage Center, a new 501c3 organization, has been formed to celebrate the legacy of Secretariat and Meadow Stable at The Meadow Event Park. The non-profit plans to elevate the current Secretariat tour program and its existing historic assets into a national heritage tourism destination and educational center. Initial plans for the Secretariat Heritage Center focus on restoring the original barns, with the main Yearling Barn as a top priority. Home to colts and fillies, this barn also housed the offices and tack room of farm manager Howard Gentry and served as the hub of Meadow Stable operations. A statue of Secretariat, long desired by visitors. is a future goal for this area as well. Through tours of the historic property, interactive exhibits, photos, videos, memorabilia, historic artifacts, racing trophies, special events and youth-focused activities, the Center will celebrate the story of the land, the family and the legend of Secretariat. it will also highlight the history of the horse in Virginia and the role of African-Americans in horse racing. the Center will showcase the theme of excellence as embodied by Secretariat and his team by fostering studies in leadership and excellence. A special focus on women in equestrian sports will honor Penny Chenery, a true trailblazer for her time. By 2023, the 50th anniversary of Secretariat's incomparable Triple Crown, the Secretariat Heritage Center hopes to have many of these new elements in place. With the support of Penny Chenery's family, the Virginia Farm Bureau, local community and Secretariat fans, the Secretariat Heritage Center will reach its potential of becoming a national heritage tourism destination showcasing the Virginia farm that produced an American legend.

Secretariat
  1. Meadow Stable Horse Cemetery
  2. The Meadow Stable Barns
  3. Secretariat & Riva Ridge Yearling Barn
  4. Announcing The Secretariat Heritage Center
  5. The Stallion Barn
  6. The Meadow Stable Training Barn
  7. Secretariat's Foaling Shed