Life's Work

Life's Work

Since its founding, Keeneland has been dedicated to giving back to the Thoroughbred industry. As part that mission, the Life’s Work project is dedicated to collecting, preserving and sharing the stories of those who have devoted their lives to the Thoroughbred.

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Life's Work: Danny Ramsey

Danny Ramsey’s day starts at 3:30 in the morning. He wakes up, works out, then reports to the track to gallop horses for trainer Kenny McPeek. It’s a pretty

July 18, 2019

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Jacob Nance

Life's Work: Jacob Nance

Jacob Nance’s kids are ready for foaling season. “My kids have their boots by the door,” he said. “They have their coats by the door, and say, ‘Daddy, if we have a foal tonight, make sure you wake me up. And if you don't, you're gonna be sorry.’

January 18, 2019

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Oral Histories

The Keeneland Library introduces the Life's Work Oral History Project, designed to capture treasured stories from the Thoroughbred industry and preserve and promote them for future generations.

When embarking on this unique project, The Keeneland Library collaborated with University of Kentucky Libraries' Louie B. Nunn Center for Oral History and Thoroughbred Daily News. The initiative features interviews with prominent figures in the industry conducted by respected journalist Chris McGrath.

LIFE'S WORK: ORAL HISTORY

Seth Hancock

Seth Hancock’s grandfather founded Claiborne Farm in 1910. Seth took the reins at the age of just 23, following the sudden death of his father—and helped shape Claiborne through the era of Secretariat and beyond.

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FULL INTERVIEW IN UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY ARCHIVES