Hall of Fame Nominations

It All Starts with One Nomination!

When you think of a horse or human in the American Quarter Horse industry who embodies greatness, why not try to nominate them? They, too, can be inducted into the American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame. Nominations open on January 1, 2026, it's never too early to get your nomination started!

What to look for:

• History of Service- long-term commitment

• Character & Integrity- admired by many

• Industry Impact- all-around greatness

• Enduring Legacy- made a mark

• Historical Significance- withstands the test of time

• Accomplishments- overall excellence

• Breed Integrity- a bloodline to be proud of

Why Aren't They in the Hall of Fame?

When Madison Hunt married into the Merritt family in 2021, she was not a horse person, but she made every effort to get up to speed quickly on the family’s ranching and horse operation. One thing she noticed pretty quickly was the repeated mention of a stallion that the family had owned in the 1960s. His name was Blue Valentine. 

She had heard so many good things about the stallion, that it made her wonder, “Why isn’t he in the American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame?” 

Read more about Madison Merritt's story and nominating Blue Valentine for the American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame.