Chris Interviews Bill Cooke
"The International Museum of the Horse is committed to educating the general public, equestrian and academic communities about the relationship between man and the horse throughout history and the world."
Since 1978, IMH has played an important role in the state and local communities. Through a coordinated exhibitions and collections program, IMH is committed to engaging the community and preserving artifacts and knowledge related to the horse and its influence on the residents of the Bluegrass Region.
With over 38,000 square feet of exhibition space, IMH is dedicated to the history of the horse and its unique relationship with humans through time. Permanent museum exhibitions highlight the history of the horse from ancient times to the many popular sporting events of modern times.
Temporary international exhibitions such as "All the Queen's Horses: The Role of the Horse in British History" and “Imperial China: The Art of the Horse in Chinese History”, provide a distinctive glimpse into specific geographic regions. Contemporary art exhibitions focus on the talents of equine artists around the globe and give talented local equine artists much needed exposure to a worldwide audience.
Please be aware that the International Museum of the Horse is currently undergoing renovations to several permanent exhibits. Work is scheduled to be completed in Spring of 2010. During renovations it may be necessary to close portions of the museum for periods of time making certain galleries and/or exhibits unavailable to our visitors. We apologize for any inconveniences this may cause.
