Originally, the race was made up of 15. The first Kentucky Derby took place on May 17, 1875. The first Kentucky Derby winner was Aristides. The Kentucky Derby was first run at 1-1/2 miles (2.4 kilometres), the same distance as the Epsom Derby. The distance was changed in 1896 to its current 1-1/4 miles (2.0 kilometres). No Derby has ever been postponed because of rain or bad weather.
Smead ETS Color-Coded Month Label, August, Yellow, 250 labels per Pack (67458)
Flowers that bloom in August. Asclepias, Butterfly Weed: Prolific bloomer from June to August, and an excellent choice for vividly orange blooms. Try these easy, long blooming natives as cut flowers or for attracting butterflies. Crown-shaped flowers form clusters up to 2 across.