Belmont Stakes Day Saturday Morning Social, sponsored by George & Sharyn Neble, Chevaux Racing, LLC
When: Saturday, June 8, 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Where: National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame
About: The Museum’s popular open house series includes complimentary coffee and doughnuts sponsored by Stewart's Shops; water provided by Saratoga Spring Water; and several exciting programs.
Cost: Free admission 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Schedule of events:
- 9 a.m. — What It Takes: Journey to the Hall of Fame film showing
- 9:30 a.m. — Belmont Stakes handicapping seminar with Daily Racing Form's Mike Beer and Dan Illman
- 10:30 a.m. — President Grant and His Horses presentation by Ben Kemp of U. S. Grant Cottage State Historic Site: How horses, including thoroughbreds, played an important role in the life of President Ulysses S. Grant and American history. Ben Kemp, operations manager of U. S. Grant Cottage State Historic Site, will portray President Grant for the presentation.
- 9 a.m.to 11 a.m. — Greg Montgomery Belmont Stakes poster signing (posters available for purchase)
- 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. — Saratoga Spring Water historic carriage on display and giveaway items
- 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. — Belmont Artists' Festival: Some of thoroughbred racing’s most celebrated artists will be on site at the Museum selling original artwork, prints, and a variety of memorabilia throughout the Belmont Stakes Racing Festival. Meet the artists, learn about their creative process, and purchase beautiful and unique thoroughbred racing artwork.
