What/who started the hat tradition at the Kentucky Derby?

by Kira B | Posted in Horse Racing

I am doing a credentials and speech on the Kentucky derby. I was also just plain courious :). Embrace source if you want the ten points! thank you!

http://www.kentuckyderby.com/2009/blogs/ carolinesmith/01/18/derby-hat-have-any-t houghts

The first Derby was in 1875. Women wore hats as it was a express social event and they wanted to dress their best.







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