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Topsail Whiz

Topsail Whiz was the next step in a proven lineage that greatly enhanced the American Quarter Horse and impacted the sport of reining.

American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame Class of 2023

This year's Hall of Fame class includes four men and three horses.

Give by Telephone or Mail

To make a gift to the American Quarter Horse Foundation by telephone, please call 806-378-5029 or mail donations directly.

AQHA Golf Classic

During the 2023 Hall of Fame Induction & Reunion Celebration, Friday, September 15 in Amarillo, Texas.

Jerry Wells

Best known for his halter horse achievements, Jerry Wells had a hand in roping, racehorses and AQHA Supreme Champions. He was inducted into the American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame in 2022.

Walter T. Hughes and Nancy S. Hughes

Walter and Nancy Hughes were ambassadors for AQHA and exemplified service in the worldwide development of the American Quarter Horse.

Mary Hopkins

Mary Hopkins spent immeasurable time volunteering, teaching, judging and serving the Mississippi Quarter Horse Association. She was inducted into the American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame in 2022.

James V. A. Carter

James V. A. Carter bred, owned or had a sure hand in developing three American Quarter Horse Hall of Famers: Moon Deck, Top Moon and Jet Deck.

Sandy Arledge

Sandy Arledge took the reins as AQHA president in 2016, the third woman to hold the post. She was inducted into the American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame in 2022.

John Andreini

A top-level breeder for more than 30 years, John Andreini was a decorated owner and breeder of American Quarter Horse racehorses, as well as the founder, principal owner and CEO of Andreini & Co.,...

Sun Frost

South Dakota-bred Sun Frost was not only good-looking but fast enough to catch a calf, cowy enough to be a top cutting horse and passed on speed and agility to some of the best barrel horses of all...

Impressive

Impressive’s popularity in the show ring and as a sire was phenomenal. However, because of his tie to the genetic disease hyperkalemic periodic paralysis, he is one of the most controversial horses...

Easter King

A sorrel son of King P-234, Easter King had his marked in cutting and crossed especially well on Hollywood Gold mares. He was inducted into the American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame in 2022.

Corona Cartel

Corona Cartel had looks, brains, ability – the true essence of an American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame stallion. He has made a significant impact on Quarter Horse racing and barrel racing.

Big Step

Big Step was bred to be a racehorse but he went on to sire AQHA winners in a wide range of western events and a sire of top ranch horses. He was inducted into the American Quarter Horse Hall of...

Transfer Stock or Send Wire Transfer to the Foundation

Thank you for your interest in transferring stock or sending a wire transfer to the American Quarter Horse Foundation.

Youth Activities Scholarship

The American Quarter Horse Foundation awards the Youth Activities Scholarship at the AQHYA World Championship Show each year.

The Bloodlines Chart

The American Quarter Horse breed is based on 11 families of horses. Almost all of them are related in some way. Explore the foundation bloodlines of the Quarter Horse.

Foundation Awards 37 Scholarships for 2022-23

The American Quarter Horse Foundation awards nearly $290,000 to AQHA’s next generation of leaders.

American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame Induction & Reunion Celebration

Honoring Legends at the American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame Induction & Reunion Celebration.