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.
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
Gus Koch
Former manager of the historic Claiborne Farm, Gus Koch recounts his career with countless famed Thoroughbreds and the industry's impact on his family in the February installment of the Life's Work oral history project.
Life's Work: Catherine Parke
Catherine Parke never looks at her watch. Her job doesn’t have hours. She doesn’t clock in or clock out. As the owner of Valkyre Stud, she might be up in the
October 22, 2019
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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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Life's Work: Martha Jane and John Henry...
The horse business isn’t an easy one. For those who make Thoroughbreds their life’s work, it can be all-consuming, and subject to the whims of nature and chance.
May 10, 2019
Read MoreGus Koch
Former manager of the historic Claiborne Farm, Gus Koch recounts his career with countless famed Thoroughbreds and the industry's impact on his family in the February installment of the Life's Work oral history project.
February 3, 2020
Rick Nichols
Rick Nichols of Shadwell Farm reflects on some of racing's greatest horses and the people responsible for them in the fascinating fourth installment of the Life's Work Oral History project with Chris McGrath of Thoroughbred Daily News.
December 22, 2019
James E. "Ted" Bassett III
From the Marine Corps to Keeneland and beyond – former Keeneland President James E. "Ted" Bassett III recalls the tales of his career in the third installment of the Life's Work Oral History project with Chris McGrath of Thoroughbred Daily News.
November 12, 2019
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