Ballard Student Wins Kentucky Derby Museum Art Contest

Savannah Webb's "My Old Kentucky Home" artwork to be displayed for a year.

Feb. 3, 2026 at 10:07pm

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A student from Ballard High School in Louisville, Kentucky, Savannah Webb, has been named the winner of the Kentucky Derby Museum's "Horsing Around with Art" competition. Her colored pencil artwork titled "My Old Kentucky Home" will be on display at the museum for the next year.

Why it matters

The Kentucky Derby is one of the most prestigious annual sporting events in the United States, drawing visitors from around the world. The museum's art contest allows local students to showcase their talents and connect with the rich tradition and culture surrounding the Derby.

The details

Savannah Webb used colored pencils to create her winning artwork, which highlights key elements of the Kentucky Derby such as the iconic Kentucky roses, horses, and fashion. She was surprised with the news of her victory at her school on Tuesday.

  • Savannah Webb's artwork will be on display at the Kentucky Derby Museum for one year.

The players

Savannah Webb

A student at Ballard High School in Louisville, Kentucky, who won the Kentucky Derby Museum's "Horsing Around with Art" competition.

Kentucky Derby Museum

A museum in Louisville, Kentucky that celebrates the history and tradition of the Kentucky Derby horse race.

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What they’re saying

“I was really inspired by the Kentucky roses. I feel like that's a really big staple of the Kentucky Derby.”

— Savannah Webb (wlky.com)

The takeaway

This contest allows young local artists to showcase their talents and connect with the rich cultural heritage of the Kentucky Derby, one of the most iconic sporting events in the United States.