American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame

The American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame is a museum in Amarillo, Texas, dedicated to the horse breed developed in the United States. The building presents sculptures, photographs, artifacts, and interactive stations that show anatomy, riding techniques, and competition disciplines.

The American Quarter Horse Association founded the museum in 1989, after inducting Bob Denhardt and Ernest Browning as its first members in 1982. The facility documents the development of the breed from ranch horse to modern sport horse.

The galleries display western-themed artwork and equipment used in Quarter Horse culture, along with competition trophies that tell rodeo and ranch stories. Visitors see saddles, bridles, and clothing used in different riding disciplines such as cutting, reining, and barrel racing.

The museum complex sits on the east side of Amarillo near Interstate 40 and offers parking for visitors. The rooms are air-conditioned and wheelchair accessible, with wide aisles between exhibits.

A photo wall traces the bloodlines of famous Quarter Horses across multiple generations, linking today's champions to ancestors from the early 20th century. The visual record helps visitors recognize genetic connections through paintings and portraits.

Location: Texas

GPS coordinates: 35.19430,-101.80800

Latest update: December 5, 2025 22:27