Last updated: 6/23/2011
Amarillo, Texas
Address
2601 I-40 East
Amarillo, TX 79104
phone: 806-376-5181
fax: 806-376-5807
e-mail: museum@aqha.org
web: www.quarterhorsemuseum.com

Hours

Monday - Saturday
9 AM - 5 PM
Sunday
closed

Admissions

Adults - $6.00 Adults - $5.00 (55 & Up) Children - $2.00 (6-18) Children - Free (5 & Under)

Museum Type(s)

Staff

Ross Middleton
phone: 806-376-5181
Crystal Phares
phone: 806-376-5181
Nichole Dalrymple
phone: 806-376-5181
Chris Sitz
phone: 806-376-5032
Dana Railsback
phone: 806-376-5042
Description

The American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame & Museum's spectacular facility, desigend to showcase the stars of the American Quarter Horse world - those people and horses who have earned their place as a legend. From the moment you approach and pass by the larger-than-life bronzes, you'll know immediately you're about to walk where these legends once did. The American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame is a place where yesterday's memories are today's realities.

Mission

To preserves and interprets the history and modern uses of the American Quarter Horse and cultivates future enthusiasts.

History

Open to the public since 1991, the American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame & Museum is housed in a 43,000 square foot building, next door to the headquarters of the American Quarter Horse Association.

Artifact Collections

1,000 objects (not including archival materials) that deal with equine and western ranching history in the United States, Europe, and South America.

Research Collections

Extensive collection of equine publications and certain other agriculture publications (i.e., Western history). Time period covers colonial (1600's) through present day.

Educational Programs

To book a field trip or for more field trip information please contact Nichole Dalrymple at 806-376-5181 or museum@aqha.org. Arena demonstrations featuring American Quarter Horses in action are scheduled throughout the year, providing visitors with the opportunity to view horses displaying their various talents. Narrative is provided by staff or volunteers who also conduct a question and answer session at the conclusion of each demonstration.

Facilities
Lecture Halls
Performance Areas
Library
Access: General Public, Students, Scholars, Members
Appointment required: Yes
Publications

Monthly article in The Quarter Horse Journal. Other publications include brochures, posters, news releases, gallery guide, and exhibit-specific brochures.

Services
Gift Shop
Online Gift Shop
Special Event Rental
ADA
Wheelchair Accessible
Parking
Restrooms
Exhibitions
Museum Events
DISCLAIMER
This information, including business hours, addresses and contact information is provided for general reference purposes only. No representation is made or warranty is given as to its content or the reliability thereof. User assumes all risk of use. Stories USA, Inc. and its content suppliers assume no responsibility for any loss or delay resulting from such use. Please call ahead to verify the dates, the location and directions.

MUSEUM CONFERENCES

Public Lands Alliance 2025 Convention and Trade Show

February 2 - 6, 2025

Las Vegas, Nevada

Georgia Association of Museums 2025 Conference

February 5 - 7, 2025

Milledgeville, Georgia

Small Museum Association 41st Annual Conference 2025

February 17 - 19, 2025

Gaithersburg, Maryland

2025 California Association of Museums Conference

February 18 - 22, 2025

San Fransico, California

2025 Tennessee Association of Museums Conference: HOPE

March 11 - 14, 2025

Knoxville, Tennessee

RECENT UPDATES

Museums

12/20 Loxahatchee River Historical Society

Jupiter, Florida

12/20 Museum of Science & History

Jacksonville, Florida

12/20 Holocaust Museum & Cohen Education Center

Naples, Florida

12/20 Schmidt Boca Raton History Museum

Boca Raton, Florida

12/20 HistoryMiami

Miami, Florida

Museum Vendors

11/19 Digiscura

Encino, California

Museum Associations

12/20 Florida Association of Museums

Tallahassee, Florida

12/18 Museum Store Association

Washington, District of Columbia

12/17 Nebraska Museums Association

Lincoln, Nebraska