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National Steeplechase Museum

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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.

National Steeplechase Museum

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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.

Lonesome Glory

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Plan Your Trip: National Steeplechase Museum

Where is National Steeplechase Museum located?
Address: 200 Knights Hill Road, Camden, SC 29020
GPS Coordinates: 34.275481,-80.624042
Website: http://www.steeplechasemuseum.org/
What else should I see?
Our Lady of Perpetual Help 2.5 miles
Temple Beth El 3 miles
Seaboard Air Line Railway Depot 3.1 miles
Camden Carnegie Library 3.1 miles
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    1. Frances Reese says

      September 1, 2018 at 2:52 AM

      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.

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    2. Frances Reese says

      August 30, 2018 at 2:20 PM

      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

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      • SCIWAY says

        August 31, 2018 at 12:59 AM

        We agree, that would be a great touch, we will update these soon and thanks for letting us know!

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    3. Mary Jane Fulcinit says

      November 14, 2014 at 10:48 PM

      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

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      • SCIWAY says

        November 17, 2014 at 8:19 AM

        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!

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