About

The Aiken Thoroughbred Racing Hall of Fame and Museum celebrates the rich tradition of racing and Aiken’s vital role in it. Forty Champion Thoroughbreds that trained at the famed Aiken Training Track have been immortalized in the Hall of Fame.

The museum features photos, trophies and memorabilia honoring these legendary racehorses.

2025 Horse of the Year

Congratulations to Tirupati, the 2025 Aiken Trained Horse of the Year. Tirupati was trained at Mason Springs Training Center in Aiken, South Carolina.

Tirupati won the 2025 Wilshire Stakes (Gr. 3) and placed second in the Buena Vista Stakes (Gr. 2). She raced five times in 2025 with two wins, one second and one third, earning $129,420 for the year.

Visitor Information

Address
​135 Dupree Place SW
inside Historic Hopelands Gardens
Aiken, SC 29801

Hours of Operation
Tuesday – Friday 2 – 5 pm
Saturday 10 am – 5 pm
Sunday 2 – 5 pm.