Virginia’s First - and only - Monument to Secretariat
“Secretariat Racing Into History” by Sculptor Jocelyn Russell
SECVA Announces New Documentary Now on YouTube!
The new documentary short film "Racing Home: Secretariat in Ashland," which made its debut on Secretariat Day in Ashland, VA, is now posted on YouTube. Produced by Kathy Abbott with long-time collaborator Tom Wulf, the film traces the incredible journey of the stunning bronze monument "Secretariat Racing Into History" from the hands of acclaimed sculptor Jocelyn Russell to the heart of Ashland, Virginia.
And like our immortal champion, the monument has gone the distance: from the foundry in Oklahoma to the unveiling in Ashland to all the Triple Crown racetracks in 2023, and even the Governor's Mansion in Richmond, the sculpture and Jocelyn's crew racked up over 5,000 miles. The monument was dedicated in Ashland on March 30, 2024, Secretariat's birthday, which is now celebrated every year around that timeframe.
2025 Secretariat Birthday Celebration Photos
Secretariat Monument Location
His permanent location is at the Secretariat Reynolds Family Plaza at Randolph-Macon College in Downtown Ashland, Virginia (corner of England Street and Railroad Avenue).
“Tales from the Meadow” on the official website for Secretariat
Here you can read family’s stories, recollections, and other information about the Chenerys’ Meadow Stud breeding operation, the life and history of Meadow Farm, and the racing careers of Secretariat, Riva Ridge, and our other champion horses.
Enjoy Kate Tweedy’s latest blog post about the 1973 Wood Memorial Stakes…
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