Shelby County is "The Saddlebred Capital of the World," because it is the home of many of the country's most outstanding American Saddlebred breeding and training facilities.
The Saddle Horse has been a part of the area's history since the 1760's when Daniel Boone and his brother Squire traveled to Kentucky on "American Horses," the forerunners of the modern Saddlebred.
As the American Saddlebred breed grew, some of the most historic farms were located around Shelbyville. One of the most famous was Undulata, where Civil War veteran Harry Weissinger and his sons bred the great stallion American Born. Later owned by Jane Meyer, Undulata was the home of the Beau Gallant. Now the home of Saddle Horse breeder and trainer Edward Bennett, it is again returning to prominence in the Saddle Horse world.
More than 40 Saddlebred establishments now call the area home, providing many of the most famous and accomplished show horses in the country.
Horse Farm Tours
For more information on touring an American Saddlebred Horse Farm contact:Mr. Charles Kramer
Shelby County Tourism Commission
P.O. Box 622, Shelbyville, KY 40066
1-800-680-6388
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