Willits, CA, June 23, 2007
After an absence of more than 55 years, a classic, life-sized bronze sculpture of the legendary American racehorse Seabiscuit was returned to its original home at Ridgecrest Ranch in Willits, California.
The statue was transported by an historic, fully restored Seabiscuit-era van once used at the ranch.
The sculpture departed Atlas Bronze Castings in Salt Lake City on April 10 for a “Seabiscuit- Homecoming Tour”.
With police escorts and in a takeoff on Seabiscuit’s old whistlestop tours, ceremonial visits were made across the country.
A Call to Post preceded and concluded each stop.
The final “whistlestop” was held aboard a historic Northwest Pacific caboose circa 1909-1971.
As the time honored van carrying the Seabiscuit statue arrived at Ridgewood Ranch, the magnificent old statue was finally back home.
A private ceremony was held at the place where the legendary Seabiscuit spent his final racing and retirement years, died, and was buried.
‘May the World Never Forget the Magnificent Seabiscuit’ (Laura Hillenbrand)
Classic Photos
Seabiscuit
Ridgewood Ranch
Seabiscuit Press Stop
Seabiscuit with trainer, Tom Smith, Bing Crosby and others.
Seabiscuit Arrives At Home
Historic Video: Seabiscuit and War Admiral Race 1938
Story Link: Seabiscuit Heritage Foundation
Loved it.
Leave it to Marvel to fancy the legacy and history of one of the greatest horses of all time. I love reading everything about “The Biscuit”, so thanks for sharing!
I love Seabiscuit!!!!! My nick name at school is Seabiscuit.
I loved it! Where exactly is the grave of seabiscuit? I’m DYING to know! I want to leave a pic of him since i was 8.
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Hi Natalie,
Seabiscuit is buried in Willits, California. I hope you can visit there sometime.
I would love to use the picture with the caption Seabiscuit in a post. How do I get permission to use it? Thanks.
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Hello Cheerful Monk,
It is my understanding that this picture can be used in your post if you give credit to the source. I believe this came from their website:
http://www.seabiscuitheritage.org/index.html
grande cavallo..grande ricordo!
Wow, Seabiscuit what a Great Horse. he was my Favourite since I was 7yrs. old. Now I own a Race Horse. well Race Pony. Maybe One day he can race against “a Great Pony” as Seabiscuit raced against War Admiral the “great Horse”
Seabiscuit is such an amazing Legend!
Seabiscuit was the type of horse who had grace,luck,and an underdog’s stubborn determination. He was one of the greatest cultrual icon of his time. Being a rider I have never seen of study such a marvolous animal in my intire life.
Seabiscuit was a awsome horse and did his best in every race. I remember going to the ranch in 2007 with the Eh Capa bearback riders. I had so much fun looking at everything there that was about Seabiscuit.
God bless that horse he was wonderful.
I love the movie it was on tv last night:D
its an amazing story!!
Sea biscuit is a big motivation for everyone out there.
He was gr8, and I like the movie very much.
I love Seabiscuit, Man O War, And War Admiral
My faorite is Man o’ War.
i think he still is a great horse even if he died
j’adore ce cheval
Seabiscuit is not just another Derby or Triple Crown winner. This horse was Americas horse. No other has ever captured the hearts of america like Seabiscuit. This name should never to be forgotten! A memorial and bronze statue ought to be erected in Washington D.C. as a reminder of how important this horse was to all of Americans. When their was no hope, Seabiscuit gave ‘em hope. We miss ya Biscuit. Your memory will never die.
desde arg. les doy mis saludos por exelente espacio a un exelente exponenente con ese gran CABALLO, por siempre SEABISQUIT
We really miss you!! You are one symbol of America. Your memory never die. We love you forever!! <3