THE GRAND NATIONAL AND WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP MORGAN HORSE SHOW 1973 TO THE PRESENT   Before 1973 the "National" was held at Northampton, Massachusetts. other areas of the country joined in with their own "Nationals" until there were six - with six Grand National Champion Stallions, six Grand National Champion Mares, etc. In 1973, these shows became the Regional Shows and one Grand National was established. The first and second years the show was held in Detroit, Michigan. In 1975 the show moved to Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, where it has continued since then. The Museum display features the covers of all the Show Programs plus pictures and valuable donated artifacts.

The 25th Anniversary Show in 1997

Jeanne Mellin donated this large (4' x 6') sigend copy of the beautiful 1998 Show cover that she designed.

Judy Whitney graciously donated the distinctive blue plaid jacket which she wore winning ten Grand National Champion Ladies' Classes.

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