NSLM Polo Classic Presented by MARS EQUESTRIAN™

The NSLM Annual Polo Classic is the National Sporting Library & Museum’s signature fundraising event, held each September at Great Meadow in The Plains, Virginia.

Top-tier polo matches: Guests enjoy two competitive matches featuring skilled players and fast-paced action.

Seated luncheon: A catered meal in elegant hospitality tents, offering a social and festive atmosphere.

Parade of the hounds: A traditional foxhunting spectacle that connects to Virginia’s sporting heritage.

Silent auction: Exclusive experiences and items available for bidding, both online and in-person, supporting NSLM’s mission.

Community celebration: Attendees include equestrian enthusiasts, local families, and supporters of sporting culture.

The Polo Classic is more than a sporting event—it’s a cultural gathering that supports the National Sporting Library & Museum’s world-renowned collection of 22,000 works spanning 500 years of history. Funds raised ensure the museum can continue to preserve and share the literature, art, and traditions of equestrian, angling, and field sports with the public.