UVM Morgan Horse Farm

The Morgan Horse – America’s First Breed

        
“Figure,” the breed’s sire              U of Vermont Morgan Horse Farm

The Morgan Horse is named after Justin Morgan, who received a colt, Figure, as partial debt payment in 1789. As the colt had been considered a runt, it was surprising that he turned out to be such a legend and fine stud…
    From the AMHA’s site: “As Figure grew, his compact muscular body and stylish way of moving impressed many of the pioneer farmers and settlers. Soon tales of his beauty, strength, speed, hardiness, endurance, and gentle disposition spread amidst the small New England towns. His ability to outwalk, outtrot, outrun, and outpull other horses were legendary. His stud services were offered throughout the Connecticut River Valley and various Vermont locations over his lifetime. His most valuable asset, however, was the ability to pass on his distinguishing characteristics, not only to his offspring but also through several generations.”
http://www.morganhorse.com/about_the_morgan/history/
   
Figure lived to be 32 years old.

The tour of the farm was very interesting and the horses are beautiful!