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The Woodlawn Vase, Trophy for the Preakness Stakes, Originates from Kentucky

The Woodlawn Vase origins trace back to Kentucky just before the Civil War, created for the Woodlawn Classic.
The vase became the official trophy of the Preakness Stakes in 1917 after ownership changes.
The vase’s value is considered priceless, with modern appraisals placing it north of $4 million.
The Woodlawn Vase is displayed at the Baltimore Museum of Art for most of the year.
Churchill Downs may pursue a deal to acquire the Preakness Stakes, potentially returning the Vase to Kentucky.
The Vase’s origin story includes Civil War-era secrecy to protect the trophy from soldiers.
The trophy’s journey included being owned in New York before its Preakness tenure began in 1917.
Woodlawn Vase marks one of North America’s most ornate and valuable trophies in sports.
The article connects the Vase’s Kentucky roots to broader coverage of Kentucky sports.
The Woodlawn Vase’s possible relocation would represent a major shift for the Preakness Trophy.

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