Raceland in Greenup County, Kentucky — The American South (East South Central)
Raceland
Photographed by Cosmos Mariner, August 28, 2021
1. Raceland Marker
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Entertainment • Sports.
Location. 38° 32.536′ N, 82° 43.83′ W. Marker is in Raceland, Kentucky, in Greenup County. It is at the intersection of Greenup Avenue (Kentucky Route 3105) and Crump Street, on the left when traveling east on Greenup Avenue. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 611 Greenup Avenue, Russell KY 41169, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in Kentucky’s Kyova Tri-State Region. It is also in the American South, specifically in the Upper South, in the Ohio River Valley, in Appalachia, and specifically in Southern Appalachia. Globally, it is in North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the territory of the Mississippian Culture and
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: A different marker also named Raceland (within shouting distance of this marker); War Memorial (within shouting distance of this marker); The First Railroad in Raceland (within shouting distance of this marker); The Town Was First Known as Pond Run (within shouting distance of this marker); Shawnee Hunting Grounds (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Uncle Dave Rollins/Tío Dave Rollins (about 300 feet away); The First Settlers Here (about 300 feet away); The First Post Office (about 400 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Raceland.
Also see . . . Raceland Race Track (Wikipedia).
Excerpt: The race track operated from 1924 until 1928 and was founded by Jack O. Keene, who also helped develop Keeneland Race Course in Lexington, Kentucky.(Submitted on September 11, 2026, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.)Raceland made its debut on July 4, 1924, with a first-class boxing match. Over 5,000 people were in attendance. The first race, titled the “Ashland Handicap,” was held on July 10, 1924, in which there were 15,000 spectators present. The
inaugural Raceland Derby, according to the Daily Racing Form and Keeneland magazine, was July 28, 1924, and five horses that had been in the Kentucky Derby ran the Raceland Derby — including Black Gold, who had already won four derbies that year.Photographed by Cosmos Mariner, August 28, 20212. Raceland MarkerThe marker is on a utility pole at the northwest corner of the intersection.During its heyday, Raceland was known as the “Million Dollar Oval” because of its ornate appearance. The 1.5-mile-long track was circled by a white fence of wood and iron, as well as rambling roses. The bridle paths and the front lawn were paved in red tapestry brick matching the club house, stewards' stand and judge's stand. The infield of the track contained a lake and several sunken gardens. Financial difficulties forced the closure of the Raceland track in 1928.
Credits. This page was last revised on September 11, 2026. It was originally submitted on September 11, 2026, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida. This page has been viewed 7 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on September 11, 2026, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.
