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.
Welcome to AQHA
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
Read about employment 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.
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AQHA Mission Statement
AQHA's role in preserving the integrity of the breed is expanding on a daily basis.
AQHA Convention
Learn more about the annual AQHA convention and how you can be more involved with the decision-making processes of your Association.
April 12, 2021 | Racing
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Racing
World Champion Racing American Quarter Horse Be A Bono euthanized April 12.
March 14, 2021
Slow your mind for clean lead changes ‘down the line’ in western riding with this drill from AQHA Professional Horseman Leonard Berryhill.
April 12, 2021 | Racing
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Racing
Indiana racetrack opens its 2021 season with reduced takeout rates.
April 12, 2021 | Racing
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Racing
The operator of Oregon's lone remaining commercial track is seeking approval for Historical Racing machines.
April 09, 2021 | News and Publications
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Training
Improve your body position at the counter and troubleshoot your horse’s balance, collection and flexibility.
April 08, 2021 | News and Publications
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Shows
AQHA unveils a new roping pilot program, offering three ways for open-division roping horses to qualify for the 2021 Farnam AQHA World Championship Show.
April 08, 2021 | Racing
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Racing
Racetrack adds drone technology in advance of its 2021 meet opening.
April 24, 2020 | News and Publications
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Trail riding
Groundwork can be beneficial to both you and your horse. Here are a few ways that you can practice anytime.
April 07, 2021 | Racing
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Racing
Fields are set for the Desert Classic, AQRA Turf Paradise Open Spring futurities.
April 07, 2021 | Racing
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Racing
The track donates two loads of dirt to Blue River Memorial Park.
April 18, 2019 | Racing
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Conformation
A legend in both Quarter Horse and Thoroughbred racing, D. Wayne Lukas shares the six traits he looks for when selecting horses.
March 12, 2021 | News and Publications
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Get Started with Horses
Partnerships offer an affordable way to share the fun of racehorse ownership.
April 06, 2021 | News and Publications
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Professional Horsemen's Association program
AQHA honors Tom McBeath, Debra Cooper and Eugene Spagnola as the 2020 AQHA Professionals of the Year.
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