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Above: The Maktoum Gallery of the ThoroughbredBelow: The Modern and Contemporary galleryand one of the advantages of the new larger site is that we could expand on the topics and themes previously presented, in particular the science of horseracing. This is a topic that many visitors, especially those that are familiar with the old museum, might not expect to see. In the Maktoum Gallery of the Thoroughbred, a display combines live fi lm, animation, atmospheric sound effects and narrative voice-over. As the galloping horse runs, the overlaid animation layers through the anatomy looking at the muscles, skeletal system, heart, lungs and spleen, and how these systems contribute to the athleticism of the racehorse. The exhibit is supported by hands-on mechanical interactives allowing visitors to explore for themselves the extraordinary anatomy of the racehorse and compare it with their own.The stables in King’s Yard provide an opportunity to explore the horseracing world. Over eight galleries, each stable reveals a different area, from the administration and security of racing to the working life, veterinary medicine, welfare and training of its human and equine participants.As part of the redevelopment, the Rothschild Yard, which once stabled four Epsom Derby winners, has been restored to its former glory after being left empty for 20 years. It now stables up to eight former racehorses as the fl agship yard for Retraining of Racehorses Charity, and gives visitors the chance to meet these wonderful animals, bringing the whole experience to life. Four galleries in the Rothschild Yard explain the role of the Retraining of Racehorses Charity and highlight a few of the many success stories that have seen retired racehorses excel in new careers, such as showing, eventing, dressage and polo.We have benefi ted hugely from the support of NADFAS Heritage Volunteers. Volunteers from Newmarket DFAS and Ely DFAS helped document and pack over 10,000 objects ready to move to the new heritage centre. Since Palace House opened, they have been acting as Volunteer Hosts, and have now been joined by volunteers from Bury St Edmunds DFAS. ■• For details of the British Sporting Art Trust, see www.bsat.co.uk.Images: Courtesy of the National Heritage Centre for Horseracing and Sporting Art.VISITOR INFORMATIONNational Heritage Centre for Horseracing & Sporting ArtAddress: Palace House, Palace Street, Newmarket, Suffolk CB8 8EPwww.palacehousenewmarket.co.ukOpen: Daily, 10am–5pmAdmission: Adults £16.50, concessions £15.50, children (5–16) £9.60. All tickets can be upgraded to a one-year pass at no extra charge. Information for groups: Groups of 15+ can enjoy discounted admission and other benefi ts. See the website for more information or call 01638 667314.Facilities: Café, shop, education centre and library, coach parking, Blue Badge parking. DISCOVER NEWMARKETIn addition to the Heritage Centre, for those with more time Newmarket is ideal for groups thanks to a dedicated team of tour guides. Among the most popular tours are visits to the National Stud or Tattersalls auction house, a breakfast with Thoroughbreds, a heritage walk around the town or champagne tea at the Jockey Club. Bespoke tours are also available, including to the Munnings Art Museum in Dedham. The website www.discovernewmarket.co.uk has more details, as well as information about accomodation.36 NADFAS REVIEW / SPRING 2017 www.nadfas.org.ukHORSERACING