Railbird Runway
recurring eventWhether at lavish Derby parties, casual infield get-togethers, or on elegant clubhouse promenades, celebrities and railbirds converge on Kentucky to see and be seen in their very best togs every May. As Irwin S. Cobb says, "Anything goes at the Derby!"
Railbird Runway showcases both artifacts from the permanent collection and loans from individual Derby trend-setters, providing key examples of the outlandish and forward-thinking ensembles which continue to define Kentucky's greatest cultural phenomenon. Explore the world of Derby fashion—from the tradition’s origins to its ever evolving trends of today--and discover why style has become one of the most recognizable parts of the Kentucky Derby experience.
Exhibit Highlights
- Selections of hats and garments from the early years of the Kentucky Derby
- Eye catching accessories and clothing worn by royalty and celebrities to Churchill Downs
- Wild and wacky handmade creations worn by die hard Derby fans
- Whimsical and glamorous one-of-a-kind Derby Eve party dresses worn by Hamburg Place's Anita Madden
This exhibit is part of the permanent exhibit at the Kentucky Derby Museum.
Upcoming Dates For This Event:
- Sunday, May 9
- Monday, May 10
- Tuesday, May 11
- Wednesday, May 12
- Thursday, May 13
- Friday, May 14
- Saturday, May 15
- Sunday, May 16
- Monday, May 17
- Tuesday, May 18
- Wednesday, May 19
- Thursday, May 20
- Friday, May 21
- Saturday, May 22
- Sunday, May 23
- Monday, May 24
- Tuesday, May 25
- Wednesday, May 26
- Thursday, May 27
- Friday, May 28
- Saturday, May 29
- Sunday, May 30
- Monday, May 31
