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American Quarter Horse Heritage Center & Museum

2601 I-40 East at Quarter Horse Dr, Amarillo, TX
888-209-8322, 806-376-5181
Ranked #3 of 24 attractions in Amarillo
4.5 of 5 stars 18 Reviews
Type: Speciality Museums
Owner description: The development of the American Quarter Horse from colonial times to present day is traced through interactive exhibits, dramatic video presentations...... more » Owner description: The development of the American Quarter Horse from colonial times to present day is traced through interactive exhibits, dramatic video presentations and live demonstrations. « less
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Chandler, AZ
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34 reviews 34 reviews
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24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

Very interesting. All the horse displays are worth the visit. More

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Amarillo, Texas
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48 reviews 48 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2012

If you are into horses there are plenty of educational opportunities and a great little gift shop More

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sydney
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2012

If you are interested in horses, not just quarter horses, its a must see. More

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Texas
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56 reviews 56 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2012

They redid this museum in 2010 or 2011. There is not as much for kids to do now. It is mostly photos, etc. More

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Austin, Texas
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41 reviews 41 reviews
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20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2012

I am uninformed regarding quarter horses or any horse for that matter. It was very interesting reading and learning about the bloodlines. The statues are stunning. The next day as I toured the canyon on a quarter horse I remembered so much of the historical info I saw and read. More

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Amarillo, Texas
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 April 2012

I'm not a horse person, but guests of mine are and they wanted to go. I had a good time. It is interesting and you learn alot. Be sure to look at the bloodline wall. More

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Lima, Ohio
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 March 2012

It is very pricey but interesting. A good time for horse lovers. More

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Colorado Springs, Colorado
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 February 2012

Had always wanted to see this and was glad to be able to when we were passing through Amarillo. Right of the Interstate, reasonably priced, can be a quick stop if you are in a hurry or nice to take your time through if you have some time to kill. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 January 2012

I took my niece, who is crazy about horses, here and she had a very nice time. I would imagine it could be a bit dry for someone who didn't have a background in horses but then it is what it is. The gift shop is execellent and the admission cost is very affordable. There are some interactive displays for... More

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Amarillo, TX
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 January 2012

I like the presentation of the history of the Quarter horse and the many exhibits. It has a very good gift shop too. More

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