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Churchill Downs

Churchill Downs is a historic place in Louisville, Jefferson County, Kentucky, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on November 15, 1978, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 78001348.

Louisville, Jefferson County, KentuckyListed November 15, 1978NRIS #78001348★ National Historic Landmark
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About this place

What is Churchill Downs?

Churchill Downs is a thoroughbred horse racing complex in Louisville, Kentucky, United States. Since its opening in 1875, it has hosted the annual Kentucky Derby, the first leg of the Triple Crown, as well as the Kentucky Oaks. The venue is named after the Churchill family, prominent in Kentucky for many years. Churchill Downs has also hosted the Breeders' Cup on nine occasions, most recently on November 2 and 3, 2018.

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Listing details

Name
Churchill Downs
City
Louisville
County
Jefferson County
State
Kentucky
Listed on the National Register
November 15, 1978
NRIS reference number
78001348
Resource type
structure
National Historic Landmark
Yes
Coordinates
38.20217, -85.77131
When was Churchill Downs listed on the National Register?

Churchill Downs was added to the National Register of Historic Places on November 15, 1978.

Where is Churchill Downs located?

Churchill Downs is located in Louisville, Jefferson County, Kentucky at approximately 38.20217, -85.77131. See the map above.

Is Churchill Downs a National Historic Landmark?

Yes. Churchill Downs is designated a National Historic Landmark, the highest federal recognition for a historic place.

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