Museum of Polo and Hall of Fame facts for kids

The Museum of Polo and Hall of Fame is a special place that celebrates the exciting sport of polo. It's a non-profit organization, which means it's dedicated to its mission rather than making money. This museum helps people learn about polo's history and honor its greatest players.

About the Museum

The Museum of Polo and Hall of Fame was started in Lexington, Kentucky in 1988. Four polo players, H. Jeremy Chisholm, Philip L. B. Iglehart, Leverett S. Miller, and George C. Sherman, Jr., helped create it. The first people were honored and added to the hall of fame in 1990.

In 1997, the museum moved to a bigger home. It found a new place on a ten-acre estate in Lake Worth, Florida. This new location gives the museum more space to show off its amazing collection.

The museum has many interesting items. You can see a beautiful trophy made by Paul Storr. There are also many paintings by famous artists. These include works by Franklin Brooke Voss, George Derville Rowlandson, and Paul Brown. These artworks help tell the story of polo through the years.

Honoring Polo Legends

The Hall of Fame at the museum is where special polo players are honored. These are people who have made a huge impact on the sport. They are remembered for their skill, sportsmanship, and contributions to polo.

Many amazing players have been added to the Hall of Fame. Here are just a few of the legends who are celebrated there:

These players and many others are recognized for their incredible achievements in polo.

See also

• United States Polo Association