Watch Video of 2021 AQHA Hall of Fame Induction
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The American Quarter Horse Foundation and American Quarter Horse Association hosted the 2021 American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame Induction and Reunion Celebration August 13 and 14 in Amarillo to honor industry legends. American Quarter Horse enthusiasts who weren’t able to attend the event in person can watch the American Quarter Horse Induction Banquet on AQHA’s YouTube Channel.
Watch the induction ceremony here.
Induction into the American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame is the highest industry honor that can be bestowed upon a human or equine. Those chosen for induction are recognized for their lifetime of accomplishments and service.
Hall of Fame Classes of 2020 and 2021
Six horses and five AQHA members were selected for induction into the American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame as part of the classes of 2020 and 2021.
The horses are A Good Machine, a 1993 bay stallion; Dual Rey, a 1994 sorrel stallion; Esters Little Klu, a 1968 gray Thoroughbred mare; Mr Eye Opener, a 1990 gray stallion; Triple’s Image, a 1969 sorrel stallion; and Zan Parr Jack, a 1979 sorrel stallion.
The individuals are AQHA Professional Horseman Bob Avila of Temecula, California; racehorse trainer C. Dwayne “Sleepy” Gilbreath of Dennis, Texas; the late Past Executive Committee Member George Phillips of Jackson, Mississippi; AQHA Past President Johnny Trotter of Hereford, Texas; and AQHA Past President Dr. Glenn Blodgett of Guthrie, Texas.
Learn more about the 2021 and 2022 American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame Inductees.
2019 and 2020 Merle Wood Humanitarian Award Recipients
The Foundation also recognized the 2019 Merle Wood Humanitarian Sandy Huebner of O’Fallon, Missouri, and 2020 Merle Wood Humanitarian Gail Mann of Scio, Oregon.
The Merle Wood Humanitarian Award is presented each year to an individual whose outstanding voluntary service has been marked by actions or deeds that have enabled young people to experience positive opportunities and activities involving the American Quarter Horse. A multitude of service activities will be considered and is not restricted to any one type of action or deed involving youth.
About the American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame
The American Quarter Horse Foundation connects people and horses through charitable giving 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. These inductees are chosen each year by a selection committee and inducted into the Hall of Fame during the annual Hall of Fame Induction.
For more information on the American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame & Museum, visit www.aqha.com/museum.
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