2005 Summer Events at the National Museum of Racing in Saratoga

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2005 Summer Events at the National Museum of Racing

Dateline: 07/12/05

There is lots more to do in Saratoga besides going to the races. The National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame in Saratoga Springs, New York, has a full schedule of exciting events planned this year. Check out the schedule to make your plans now! Please note event details are subject to change; please check with the Museum for updated event information. Of course you will want to go to the races as well, so check out the Saratoga Preview for a look at the stakes schedule, who may run, and the contests for this year.

Present - December 31, 2005
Peb: The Art of Humor
Retrospective honoring 50 years of witty work by Thoroughbred Racing's leading cartoonist.
June 4-October 8, 2005 8:30 a.m.
Oklahoma Training Track Tours
Oklahoma Tours are scheduled for Saturdays only June 4-October 8, 2005. During the six-week race meet, July 27-September 4, 2005, tours are scheduled Wednesday-Sunday. The tour begins promptly at 8:30 a.m. from the Museum parking lot. Reservations are required during non-racing season and are strongly encouraged during the six-week meet. Space is limited! All reservations must be received by 4:00 p.m. the day before the tour. The cost is $10 for non-members and $5 for members. This price includes admission to the Museum after the tour. Call 518-584-0400, ext. 120 for reservations or information.
July 24, 2005-December 31, 2005
Golden Memories: Fifty Years of the Racing Hall of Fame
Celebrating the Hall of Fame's golden anniversary, this special exhibit will feature numerous objects from the Museum's own collection.
July 24, 2005-December 31, 2005
Special Exhibit - Paintings from the Charles H. Thieriot Collection
Extraordinary British racing art from the mid-1800s, by John E. Ferneley, Sr., John Herring, Sr., and James Pollard.
Monday, July 25, 2005 7:00 p.m.
Saratoga Preview
Our guest panel of experts will discuss last year's and this year's Saratoga racing season. This event is free and open to the public.
Wednesday, July 27, 2005 10:00 a.m.
Book Signing
Jerry Bailey: Against the Odds: Riding for My Life
Museum lobby 10 a.m. to noon
Thursday, July 28, 2005 10:00 a.m.
Book Signing
Bill Heller: After the Finish Line
Museum lobby 10 a.m. to noon
Friday, July 29, 2005 10:00 a.m.
Book Signings
Billy Valentine: Smarty Jones Forever a Champion
Museum lobby 10 a.m. to noon
Max Watman: Raceday: a Spot on the Rail
Museum lobby 10 a.m. to noon
Tuesday, August 2, 2005 10:00 a.m.
Book Signings
Vicky Moon: The Private Passion of Jackie Kennedy Onassis: Portrait of a Rider
Museum lobby 10 a.m. to noon
Mim Eichler Rivas: Beautiful Jim Key
Museum lobby 10 a.m. to noon
Wednesday, August 3, 2005 10:00 a.m.
Book Signings
Bill Heller: After the Finish Line
Museum lobby 10 a.m. to noon
Richard J. Maturi: Triple Crown Winner: The Earle Sande Saga
Museum lobby 10 a.m. to noon
Thursday, August 4, 2005 10:00 a.m.
Book Signing
Richard J. Maturi: Triple Crown Winner: The Earle Sande Saga
Museum lobby 10 a.m. to noon
Friday, August 5, 2005 10:00 a.m.
Book Signing
Helen Groves: Bob and Helen Kleberg of King Ranch
Museum lobby 10 a.m. to noon
Saturday, August 6, 2005 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Hall of Fame Cocktail Party and Golden Memories: 50 Years of the Hall of Fame Exhibit Opening
Members are free, non-members $35.00 (includes one year individual membership).
Sunday, August 7, 2005 10:00 a.m.
Book Signings
Richard J. Maturi: Triple Crown Winner: The Earle Sande Saga
Museum lobby 10 a.m. to noon
Helen Groves: Bob and Helen Kleberg of King Ranch
Museum lobby 10 a.m. to noon
Monday, August 8, 2005 10:30 a.m.
Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
The National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame will hold its 2005 Induction Ceremony on Monday, August 8 at the Fasig-Tipton Pavilion on East Avenue. The event is free and open to the public.
Monday, August 8, 2005 noon
Hall of Fame Luncheon
Enjoy lunch at the At The Rail Pavilion at Saratoga Race Course in Saratoga Springs. Price includes delicious buffet, track program, clubhouse admission, gratuities and tax. $70.00 for members, $85.00 for non-members (non-member price includes one-year individual membership).
Tuesday, August 9, 2005 10:00 a.m.
Book Signings
Vicky Moon: The Private Passion of Jackie Kennedy Onassis: Portrait of a Rider
Museum lobby 10 a.m. to noon
Ed Bowen: Belmont Park A Century of Champions
Museum lobby 10 a.m. to noon
Glenye Cain: The Home Run Horse
Museum lobby 10 a.m. to noon
Wednesday, August 10, 2005 10:00 a.m.
Book Signings
Sheri Seggerman & Mary Tiegreen: 1001 Reasons to love Horses
Museum lobby 10 a.m. to noon
Wednesday, August 10, 2005 11:00 a.m.
Guests in the Gallery: Jockeys
Saratoga jockeys share their insight into Thoroughbred racing. Program free with paid Museum admission.
Wednesday, August 17, 2005 10:00 a.m.
Book Signings
Barbara Livingston: Saratoga
Museum lobby 10 a.m. to noon
Ted McClelland: Horseplayers Life at the Track
Museum lobby 10 a.m. to noon
Lisa Selin Davis: Belly
Museum lobby 10 a.m. to noon
Wednesday, August 17, 2005 11:00 a.m.
Guests in the Gallery: Trainers
Saratoga trainers share their insight into Thoroughbred racing. Program free with paid Museum admission.
Thursday, August 18, 2005 8:00 a.m.
Artist Walk and Demonstration with Christine Cancelli
Visit the Oklahoma Training Track with visual artist Christine Cancelli. After an orientation tour, Ms. Cancelli will discuss her creative process and will demonstrate painting techniques at the beautiful and historic Oklahoma Training Track facility. This tour includes a walking component. Cost is $15 for members and $20 for non-members. All participants must be age 10 and over. Reservations are required. Please call 518-584-0400, ext. 120.
Thursday, August 18, 2005 7:00 p.m.
Evening with D. Wayne Lukas
Hall of Fame theater. Event open to Museum members only.
Monday, August 22, 2005 10:00 a.m.
Book Signing
Lyn Lifshan: The Licorice Daughter: My Year With Ruffian
Museum lobby 10 a.m. to noon
Tuesday, August 23, 2005 5:30-8:30 p.m.
La Fiesta
Join us at NYRA's Recreation Center on Union Avenue for a festival celebrating backstretch cultural traditions through music, food, the arts, and much more. The Museum will be open to the public from 5 to 7 p.m. Free for everyone! Please call 584-0400, ext. 118 for more information.
Tuesday, August 23, 2005 10:00 a.m.
Book Signings
Bill Heller: After the Finish Line
Museum lobby 10 a.m. to noon
T.A. Landers: Insider's Guide to Horseracing
Museum lobby 10 a.m. to noon
Lyn Lifshan: The Licorice Daughter: My Year With Ruffian
Museum lobby 10 a.m. to noon
Wednesday, August 24, 2005 11:00 a.m.
Guests in the Gallery: Track Officials
Saratoga racing officials share their insight into Thoroughbred racing. Program free with paid Museum admission.
Wednesday, August 24, 2005 10:00 a.m.
Book Signings
Barbara Livingston: Saratoga
Museum lobby 10 a.m. to noon
Pam Pease: Derby Day
Museum lobby 10 a.m. to noon
Thursday, August 25, 2005 10:00 a.m.
Book Signings
Pete Fornatale: Six Secrets of Successful Bettors
Museum lobby 10 a.m. to noon
Pam Pease: Derby Day
Museum lobby 10 a.m. to noon
Thursday, August 25, 2005 11:00 a.m.
Songs of the Horse: A Special Musical Performance by Balladeer Linda Russell
Hall of Fame theater. Program free with paid admission.
Friday, August 26, 2005 10:00 a.m.
Pam Pease: Derby Day
Museum lobby 10 a.m. to noon
Saturday, August 27, 2005 10:00 a.m.
Book Signing
Jerry Bailey: Against the odds: Riding for My Life
Museum lobby 10 a.m. to noon
Monday, August 29, 2005 10:00 a.m.
Book Signing
Pete Fornatale: Six Secrets of Successful Bettors
Museum lobby 10 a.m. to noon

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The National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame is located across from the Saratoga Race Course on Union Avenue in Saratoga Springs. Hours are Monday through Saturday from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. and Sunday from noon - 4:00 p.m. Hours during the Saratoga racing meet are 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. daily. Programs at the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame are made possible in part with public funds from the New York State Council on the Arts, a State Agency. Call 518-584-0400 for more information.