About AQHA Overview
About AQHA
The American Quarter Horse Association, located in Amarillo, Texas, is the world’s largest equine breed registry and membership organization.
AQHA members share a passion for the American Quarter Horse and the vast lifestyle created by the world’s most popular horse. Whether you’re a seasoned horse show veteran, a fan of the race track, a backyard horse enthusiast or simply someone dreaming of someday owning a horse, AQHA membership will benefit you in countless ways.
History and Facts
Learn about the history of AQHA and the American Quarter Horse.
The history of AQHA and the American Quarter Horse are as vast and colorful as our favorite horse is versatile. Learn about how the American Quarter Horse came to be, and meet some of the people who were instrumental in the establishment of the breed and the organization of AQHA as an organization committed to preserving breed integrity.
AQHA Directories
Learn more about the organizations and people who help AQHA.
Governance and Convention
Learn more about the annual AQHA convention and how you can be more involved with the decisions-making processes of your Association.
Careers and Internships
Read about employment and internship opportunities available with the American Quarter Horse Association.
Frequently Asked Questions
Take a look at our FAQs to see answers to common questions about AQHA business, membership and more.
AQHA News and Blogs
Keep up with the latest news and blogs from AQHA.
AQHA is committed to bringing you the latest news from our AQHA Headquarters and the horse industry. Plus, we've got helpful blogs to teach you more about your favorite horse topics, such as horse training, horse health, youth involvement, horseback riding and much more.
Top Resources
AQHA Convention
Learn more about the annual AQHA convention and how you can be more involved with the decision-making processes of your Association.
AQHA Mission Statement
AQHA's role in preserving the integrity of the breed is expanding on a daily basis.
November 18, 2019 | News and Publications
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Ranching
AQHA introduces the 2020-2021 Team Wrangler, a collection of elite AQHA Professional Horsemen who will promote the American Quarter Horse and the western lifestyle through educational outreach.
November 18, 2019 | News and Publications
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The American Quarter Horse Journal
The incredible story of how one exhibitor's dream led from heartbreak to a return to the show pen – and an AQHA world championship.
November 18, 2019 | News and Publications
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Livestock shows and fairs
Winners of the AQHA World Championship Collegiate Horse Judging Contest were named on November 16.
November 18, 2019 | News and Publications
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Professional Horsemen's Association program
The online auction opens November 17 and will benefit the AQHA Professional Horsemen’s Crisis Fund.
November 16, 2019 | News and Publications
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American Quarter Horse Foundation (AQHF)
View the top photos chosen in the 2019 AQHA Photo Contest!
November 18, 2019 | Racing
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Racing
Hotstepper, He Looks Hot, Jesstacartel make the 2019 Champion of Champions field.
November 17, 2019 | News and Publications
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Superhorse
Learn more about the history of the AQHA Superhorse award and its most recent recipients.
November 16, 2019 | News and Publications
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Superhorse
Blue Kahlua wins the Lucas Oil Superhorse title for the second year in a row at the Lucas Oil AQHA World Championship Show.
November 17, 2019 | Showing
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Awards and recognition
Snap It Send It wins the second Pleasure Versatility Challenge, presented by Terry Bradshaw Quarter Horses, at the 2019 Lucas Oil AQHA World Championship
November 17, 2019 | Racing
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Racing
A recap of non-graded stakes and trials.
November 17, 2019 | Racing
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Racing
Horse racing is unlikely to return to the shuttered track.
November 07, 2019 | News and Publications
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Shows
Tune in to the free live webcast of the 2019 Lucas Oil AQHA World Championship Show.
November 16, 2019 | Showing
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Horsemanship
All-around amateur Angela Fox balances showing and motherhood as part of a successful life.
November 16, 2019 | Racing
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Racing
Apollitical Blood gelding tops the qualifiers to the December 7, $1-million final.
November 14, 2019 | News and Publications
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Ranching
The deadline to apply for the 2020 AQHA Best Remuda Award, as well as the AQHA International Best Remuda Award, is January 15, 2020.
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