Dedicated to preserving, promoting, and sharing the literature, art, and culture of equestrian, angling, and field sports | Committed to education and advocacy for the conservation of open space and waterways integral to these pursuits
Exhibitions
Current Exhibitions
Jun 4, 2026 - Dec 6, 2026
Pursuits of Independence and the Natural World
Nature defined Early America. Land, vegetation, animals, rivers, lakes, and the bounty they provided shaped society and culture, fostered connections between people, and sparked conflict among Native…
May 22, 2026 - Jan 10, 2027
America 250: Sports at the Founding
The focus gallery, America 250: Sports at the Founding, highlights popular country sports of early Americans. Artwork from the collection contextualizes the historical narrative of racing,…
May 1, 2026 - Sep 12, 2026
Nic Fiddian Green: Spiritus Equus
Since 2012, the magnificent sculpture Still Water (2011) has graced the entrance to the NSLM’s Museum and has been emblematic of the institution’s collections. To form…
Jan 1, 2024 - Dec 31, 2026
Highlights from the Permanent Collection
A changing display of paintings, sculpture, works on paper, and objects from the National Sporting Library & Museum's Permanent Collection is presented in the Museum opened in 2011.…