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World Cuisine. Convention Center. Request for Proposal. Need Help? Text Historical Marker 2 in Fayette County remembers the visit the Marquis de Lafayette made to the estate of Major John Keen the extra "e" was added later , who had served with the Frenchman in the Revolutionary War. Courtesy of the Kentucky Historical Society. Keeneland Grandstand : This postcard shows the racetrack and grandstand at Keeneland. Leaving the Keeneland Paddock : This historic postcard shows a jockey and horse leaving the saddling paddock at Keeneland.

Saddling Paddock at Keeneland : This historic photograph postcard shows the saddling paddock at Keeneland. Silks : These jockey silks were worn by Henry Forrest. Forrest was one of the most successful trainers in Keeneland history.

He also trained two Kentucky Derby winners. Get Directions. Racing Racing as it was meant to be. A Symbol of the Fine Traditions of the Thoroughbred From its inception, Keeneland's founders intended it to be a special place — one that symbolizes the best in Thoroughbred racing in the heart of horse country. A Commitment to Safety and Integrity At Keeneland, the safety and welfare of horse and rider is priority number one.

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