Pebble Hill Plantation recently welcomed Brenda Lynn and George DuPont Jr. of the National Museum of Polo and Hall of Fame for a special private tour of the historic property. The visit was hosted by Pebble Hill’s Executive Director, Whitney White, and Museum Curator, Lori Curtis.
During their visit, Brenda Lynn and George DuPont Jr. viewed several significant artifacts connected to Elisabeth “Pansy” Ireland Poe, including Miss Pansy’s polo helmet. Pebble Hill Plantation extends its sincere appreciation to Brenda Lynn for her invaluable support in assisting Curator Lori Curtis with the successful efforts to have Elisabeth “Pansy” Ireland Poe inducted into the Polo Hall of Fame. Her dedication helped ensure recognition of Pansy Poe’s remarkable legacy and lasting contributions to the sport of polo.
Brenda Lynn and George DuPont Jr. share a deep passion for preserving and promoting the history of polo in the United States. Brenda began her journey in the horse world breeding and raising Arabian horses. Her passion for marketing and nonprofit work, combined with her lifelong love of horses, ultimately led her to the Museum of Polo and Hall of Fame.
George DuPont Jr. became involved with the museum when it first opened. Having long been immersed in the polo world through his work with polo players and horses, he brought the experience and historical knowledge needed to help create the museum’s first exhibit, which was featured for four years at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, Kentucky.
Visitors to the Museum of Polo and Hall of Fame quickly recognize the dedication and attention given to preserving the rich history of the sport. George and Brenda’s passion for horses, polo, and the legacy of the game in America is evident throughout the museum’s exhibits and educational programming.
The Museum of Polo and Hall of Fame traces its beginnings to the early 1970s, when polo players H. Jeremy Chisholm, Philip L. B. Iglehart, Leverett S. Miller, and George C. Sherman Jr. envisioned creating a place dedicated to preserving the history of the sport. By 1997, the museum established its permanent home in Lake Worth, Florida, where it continues to expand today. The institution remains the only museum and hall of fame in existence devoted exclusively to the sport of polo and has recently added a new wing to provide additional space for exhibits and events.
The visit highlighted the enduring connection between Pebble Hill Plantation and the history of polo, a sport deeply woven into the region’s sporting heritage. Pebble Hill encourages the community to mark their calendars for the 5th Annual Pebble Hill Polo Classic, to be held on March 13, 2027. Additional details are available by visiting pebblehill.com.