Induction into the American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame is the highest honor bestowed by the American Quarter Horse Foundation. The time has come to nominate men, women and horses for the Class of 2026. Nominations are due April 1, 2025.

All candidates for induction must meet the following qualifications for nomination:

Horse Candidates

• Horse must be deceased. 

• Horse must be recognized through the American Quarter Horse Association breed registry. This may include an American Quarter Horse and/or Thoroughbred as outlined within the current AQHA Rulebook. 

• Horse must be outstanding for a multitude of years as a sire, dam, competitor or brought exceptional visibility to the American Quarter Horse breed.

• Any nominated horse foaled 50 years prior to the year of nomination may receive the designation of “Legend.”

Human Candidates

• Person may be either living or deceased.

• Person is a member in good standing with the American Quarter Horse Association and/or has made a significant impact on AQHA and the industry.

• Person whose activities occurred during the existence of AQHA (i.e., post 1940).

• Person’s activities should be outstanding over a multitude of years and contributed to the advancement of the American Quarter Horse industry.

• Person has conducted themselves in a positive way that is becoming of the honor of Hall of Fame induction.

• Any nominated individual whose major influence ended 50 years prior to the year of nomination may receive the designation of “Legend.”

All nomination materials including a cover letter, completed nominee summary, letters of support and support information must be submitted online by April 1, 2023. Faxed and/or mailed applications are NOT eligible for consideration. Nominations previously submitted should be resubmitted through the online portal to comply with newly clarified criteria as outlined on the website. Questions regarding eligibility period for previously submitted nominations or other inquiries may be directed to the American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame at 806-376-5181 or museum@aqha.org.

About the American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame
The American Quarter Horse Foundation connects people and horses through charitable giving in order to develop and support programs or initiatives that preserve our horse’s legacy and further the overall well-being of the American Quarter Horse and the people who comprise the Quarter Horse family. The American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame & Museum fulfills the Foundation’s mission by beautifully showcasing the hundreds of horses and people who have earned the distinction of becoming part of the American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame. Inductees are chosen by a selection committee and honored each year at the American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame & Museum.

For more information on the American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame & Museum, visit www.aqha.com/museum.

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