American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame facts for kids
The American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame and Museum is a special place in Amarillo, Texas, that honors the most important people and horses in the history of the American Quarter Horse. It was created by the American Quarter Horse Association (AQHA).
The Hall of Fame celebrates individuals and horses who have made the breed great. To get in, they must have been outstanding for many years in different areas. The first people were added in 1982, and the first horses, like the famous Wimpy P-1, were added in 1989.
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The Museum Experience
When you visit the museum, you can see amazing art and exhibits. There are beautiful paintings of famous American Quarter Horses, many by the western artist Orren Mixer. You can also see photos of all the honored members.
The museum has fun, interactive displays where you can learn about horse anatomy and the different events Quarter Horses compete in. You can also see cool artifacts like cowboy clothing, saddles, and trophies won by the Hall of Fame stars.
How to Get into the Hall of Fame
Anyone can suggest a person or a horse for the Hall of Fame. The Hall of Fame committee reviews these nominations each year. People can be nominated while they are still alive, but horses can only be added after they have passed away.
Famous Horses in the Hall of Fame
The Hall of Fame is full of legendary horses that were champions in racing, showing, and ranch work. Here are a few of the most famous members.
| Name of horse | Year inducted | Year foaled | Year died | Discipline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dash For Cash | 1997 | 1973 | 1996 | Racing |
| Doc Bar | 1993 | 1956 | 1992 | Breeding stallion |
| Easy Jet | 1993 | 1967 | 1992 | Racing |
| First Down Dash | 2011 | 1984 | 2010 | Breeding Stallion |
| Go Man Go | 1990 | 1953 | 1983 | Racing |
| Hollywood Dun It | 2012 | 1983 | 2005 | Breeding stallion |
| King P-234 | 1989 | 1932 | 1958 | Breeding stallion |
| Leo P-1335 | 1989 | 1940 | 1967 | Racing |
| Mr San Peppy | 2011 | 1968 | 1998 | Cutting |
| Peppy San Badger | 2008 | 1974 | 2005 | Cutting |
| Poco Bueno P-3044 | 1990 | 1944 | 1969 | Cutting |
| Poco Lena | 1991 | 1949 | 1968 | Cutting |
| Smart Little Lena | 2015 | 1979 | 2010 | Cutting |
| Three Bars (TB) | 1989 | 1940 | 1968 | Racing |
| Wimpy P-1 | 1989 | 1937 | 1959 | Breeding stallion |
| Zippo Pine Bar | 2000 | 1969 | 1998 | Showing |
Famous People in the Hall of Fame
Many talented people have been honored for their work with the American Quarter Horse. This includes breeders who raised amazing horses, trainers who taught them, and riders who competed with them. Here are some of the people in the Hall of Fame.
| Name | Discipline | Year inducted |
|---|---|---|
| J. Ernest Browning | Founding member | 1982 |
| Robert Denhardt | Historian | 1986 |
| Hank Wiescamp | Breeder | 1994 |
| Buster Welch | Trainer | 2004 |
| D. Wayne Lukas | Racing | 2007 |
| Carol Rose | Breeder | 2010 |
| Frank Merrill | Past President | 2013 |
| Matlock Rose | Trainer | 2001 |
| Orren Mixer | Painter | 1993 |
| E. Paul Waggoner | Breeder | 1991 |
| Jess Hankins | Breeder | 1989 |
| B. F. Phillips Jr | Breeder | 1989 |
| Frank Vessels | Breeder/Racing | 1989 |
| Bud Warren | Breeder | 1989 |
| King Ranch founders | Breeders | 1986 |
See also
- List of museums in the Texas Panhandle
- List of racehorses
Other sources
- "Forever Famous" Quarter Horse Journal March 2001 p. 40-49
- "Hall of Fame Horses" Quarter Horse Journal May 1990 p. 48-49
- "Hall of Fame" Quarter Horse Journal March 2004 p. 42-53
- "Hall of Fame" Quarter Horse Journal March 2007 p. 42-55
- "Hall of Fame" Quarter Horse Journal March 2008 p. 43-55
- "MMIII" Quarter Horse Journal March 2003 p. 41-51
- "Seven Hall of Fame Inductees Honored at AQHA Convention Banquet" Quarter Horse Journal May 1989 p. 54-57
- Chamberlain, Richard; Campbell, Jim Bret "Hall of Fame" Quarter Horse Journal March 2005 p. 42-49
- Christensen, Kati "What Legends are Made of" Quarter Horse Journal March 1999 p. 40-47
- Glover, Diana "Hall of Fame Inductions Enter Second Decade" Quarter Horse Journal May 1993 p. 92-98
- Glover, Diana "Highest Honors" Quarter Horse Journal" March 1994 p. 72-79
- Huffman, Christi L. "They Earned a Place" Quarter Horse Journal March 1998 p. 68-75
- Jennings, Jim "1992 Hall of Fame inductees" Quarter Horse Journal May 1992 p. 66-69, 147
- Rusk, Rebecca "It Happened in 1989" Quarter Horse Journal January 1990 p. 68-69
- Wohlfarth, Jenny "'97 Brings Eleven" Quarter Horse Journal March 1997 p. 64-67
- Wohlfarth, Jenny "Heroes for the Hall" Quarter Horse Journal March 1996 p. 56-62
- Wohlfarth, Jenny "Keeping Tradition" Quarter Horse Journal March 1995 p. 68-73
