The Ultimate Sir Archie Experience

On May 1, 11:30 a.m., "The ultimate Sir Archie Experience" – Chelsea Restaurant

On Friday, May 1st, 11:30 a.m., James Payne Beckwith's presentation, All in the Family:
Diomed, Sir Archie, and Henry, from the 1780 Epsom Derby to the Grand Match Race of 1823, will be held at the Chelsea Restaurant and open to ESU members, their guests and to the public.
 
Beckwith's presentation tells the story of Diomed, the great English racer who came to Virginia late in life, was the father of Sir Archie and became the great foundation sire of the American thoroughbred. His son Henry, foaled near Halifax, NC, ran against Diomed's grandson, American Eclipse in the Great Match Race of 1823 in Long Island. This was the first sporting event to capture the imagination of the young republic, causing Congress to adjourn and the stock market to close. Program includes an exhibit of "all things Archie".

The cost of the luncheon, is $18 for members and $22 for non-members. Menu choices are: salmon with champagne sauce, shrimp and grits with mixed medley of vegetables, or Apollonian chicken salad, tuxedo cake for dessert. Reservations and payment must be received by April 27.