The National Steeplechase Museum in Camden is home to the Colonial and Carolina Cup trophies. Located on the grounds of the Springdale Race Course, it introduces visitors to the history of steeplechase racing in our country.
Steeplechasing derives its name from the practice of using church steeples in the countryside to mark the beginning and end of horse races. Jumping over hurdles also comes from the cross-country races that originated in Ireland and England in the 18th century, where riders and their horses would jump over fences and ditches.
Lonesome Glory Statue
Lonesome Glory was one of the most accomplished American steeplechasers in racing history. Born in 1988, Lonesome Glory dominated the steeplechase circuit in the 1990s, earning his owner, Kay Jeffords, over $1 million in race winnings. Retiring after the 1999 racing season, Lonesome Glory is now buried on the grounds of the National Steeplechase Museum.
Thank You. I have the wax study for the sculpture if that would be something you would like for the museum the size is 36 x 36 x 14.
Hello. It would be nice to see the names of the sculptors who made Lonesome Glory’s statue. That would be William F. Reese and Walter Matia. Thank you. Frances Reese
We agree, that would be a great touch, we will update these soon and thanks for letting us know!
I would like to do a painting from the Carolina Cup with intentions to submit it for the poster. I would like to use actual photo/photos from the race. Do you have photos I could work from? Thank you for any help you can provide. Mary Jane Fulciniti
Hi, Mary Jane. I recommend going to the link above the map and seeing if someone connected to the museum can provide you with a photo that might help you in your endeavor. Best of luck!