Churchill downs is composed of several buildings, but to me, the grandstands attached to the clubhouse and main building that hold a special place. When you think of Churchill Downs, you probably envision the twin spires that have made it so architecturally famous. It is simply beautiful. Historically, Churchill Downs was built in 1895 and has maintained its classic, distinct, and beautiful architecture throughout history. Encountering this building left me completely humbled and fascinated. In addition, Churchill Downs influences me and inspires me positively every day.

My older brother declared when he was 5 years old that he wanted to be the “winningest horse trainer of all-time”. When he graduated high school, he moved to Louisville Kentucky for college and began working for the present day winningest horse trainer, and started on his dream. That was almost 10 years ago, and he is still in Kentucky chasing his dreams. In fact, two of the horses in the Kentucky Derby this last year were trained by his farm. I am so grateful to Churchill Downs not only for its history, but also for the hope, inspiration, and potential it harbors for people like my brother chasing their dreams to be a part of its history.